1996 GAZ 3110 vs. 2004 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 GAZ 3110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 GAZ 3110 | 2004 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | GAZ | Suzuki |
| Model | 3110 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
