2005 GAZ 3110 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 GAZ 3110 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GAZ 3110 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 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane, 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 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GAZ 3110 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | GAZ | Renault |
| Model | 3110 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2570 mm |
