2005 GAZ 3111 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, both 2005 GAZ 3111 and 2005 Nissan Pathfinder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2005 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 GAZ 3111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 GAZ 3111. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GAZ 3111 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | GAZ | Nissan |
| Model | 3111 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
