2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2010 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2010 Lotus Elise is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Elise (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Elise weights approximately 381 kg more than 2004 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lotus Elise (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111. 2010 Lotus Elise 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. 2010 Lotus Elise will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 2010 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | GAZ | Lotus |
| Model | 3111 | Elise |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 433 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2941 mm |
