2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 981 kg more than 2003 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GAZ |
| Model | Express | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
