2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, both 2004 GAZ 3111 and 2004 Smart ForFour 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 40 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForFour. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour. 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 Smart ForFour, 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.
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2004 GAZ 3111 | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | GAZ | Smart |
Model | 3111 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |