2006 BMW 316 vs. 2004 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2006 BMW 316 is newer by 2 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 BMW 316. 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, 2004 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 316 | 2004 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 316 | 3111 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |