2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 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 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Ford | GAZ |
| Model | Ranger | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2810 mm |
