2005 Chevrolet Vivant vs. 2005 GAZ 3111

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Vivant and 2005 GAZ 3111 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Vivant, 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, 2005 GAZ 3111 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Vivant.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Vivant 2005 GAZ 3111
Make Chevrolet GAZ
Model Vivant 3111
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2287 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 215 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1308 kg 1500 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2810 mm


 

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