2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2003 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2003 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | E-250 | 3111 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |