2011 Dodge Durango vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2002 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, 2011 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Durango | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Durango | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3043 mm | 2810 mm |
