2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 GAZ 3111 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Celica 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 19 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Celica. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 3111 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
