1997 GAZ 3110 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 GAZ 3110 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (115 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 GAZ 3110 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 GAZ 3110 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 1997 GAZ 3110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo, 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, 1997 GAZ 3110 (189 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 GAZ 3110 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | GAZ | Toyota |
| Model | 3110 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2590 mm |
