2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 GAZ 3111.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GAZ | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 3111 | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
