2008 BMW 118 vs. 2002 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3110. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2002 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | BMW | GAZ |
| Model | 118 | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
