2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 278 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111. 2012 Cadillac CTS 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. 2012 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 2012 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | GAZ | Cadillac |
| Model | 3111 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
