2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2004 Lancia Musa
To start off, both 2004 GAZ 3111 and 2004 Lancia Musa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Musa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Musa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2004 Lancia Musa. 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, 2004 Lancia Musa, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Musa. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Musa. 2004 Lancia Musa has automatic transmission and 2004 GAZ 3111 has manual transmission. 2004 GAZ 3111 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lancia Musa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 2004 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | GAZ | Lancia |
| Model | 3111 | Musa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
