2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2001 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 11 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2001 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2001 GAZ 3111 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2001 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Buick | GAZ |
| Model | LaCrosse | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2810 mm |
