2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2004 GAZ 3111 and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (164 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (210 Nm). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GAZ | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3111 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
