2006 BMW 525 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111.
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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 525 | 3111 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |