2008 BMW 318 vs. 2005 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 GAZ 3110.
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, 2005 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2005 GAZ 3110 | |
Make | BMW | GAZ |
Model | 318 | 3110 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 189 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 1505 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |