2006 GMC Savana vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1077 kg more than 2001 GAZ 3111. 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | GMC | GAZ |
| Model | Savana | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2810 mm |
