Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs GAZ-3102: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.

Mercedes-Benz · 2002–2009
E-Class W211
- Power
- 378 kW514 PS
- Kerb mass
- -

GAZ · 1992–1997
GAZ-3102
- Power
- 96 kW131 PS
- Kerb mass
- 1,455 kg
At a glance
Who suits what, worked out from the catalog figures of the versions above.
- City E-Class W211 Length: 4,851 mm vs 4,960 mm
In plain words
Mercedes-Benz E-Class has more power: 378 kW (514 PS) against 96 kW (131 PS) for GAZ-3102. GAZ-3102 is 109 mm longer than Mercedes-Benz E-Class (4,960 mm vs 4,851 mm). GAZ-3102 is the older design (from 1982); Mercedes-Benz E-Class arrived in 1984. Mercedes-Benz E-Class is still in production; GAZ-3102 is not. On the catalog figures, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is the pick for city. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
Side view to scale, all cars from the front bumper.
| E-Class W211 | GAZ-3102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,851 mm191.0 in | 4,960 mm195.3 in +109 mm +4.3 in +2.2% |
| Width | 1,821 mm71.7 in | 1,820 mm71.7 in −1 mm −0.04 in −0.1% |
| Height | 1,453 mm57.2 in | 1,476 mm58.1 in +23 mm +0.9 in +1.6% |
| Wheelbase | 2,854 mm112.4 in | 2,800 mm110.2 in −54 mm −2.1 in −1.9% |
| Fits a standard garage? | Tight | Tight |
Difference vs E-Class W211 (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Mercedes-Benz E-Class | GAZ-3102 | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | E 63 AMG (514 PS) · petrol · 378 kW (514 PS) | 2.3 · 96 kW (131 PS) |
| Production years | 2002–2009 | 1992–1997 |
| Body | Sedan, Coupe | Sedan |
| Country | Germany | Soviet Union (USSR) |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 378 kW (514 PS) 507 hp Better | 96 kW (131 PS) 129 hp |
| Power, all versions | 53–450 kW (72–612 PS) 71–603 hp | 77–96 kW (105–131 PS) 103–129 hp |
| Power per tonne | No data | 66 kW/t 80 hp/ton calculated |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 6,200 cc · 8 cyl 6.2 l | 2,300 cc 2.3 l |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 4,851 mm 191.0 in | 4,960 mm 195.3 in |
| Width | 1,821 mm 71.7 in | 1,820 mm 71.7 in |
| Height | 1,453 mm 57.2 in | 1,476 mm 58.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,854 mm 112.4 in | 2,800 mm 110.2 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | No data | 1,455 kg 3,208 lb |
| Safety | ||
| Euro NCAP | ★★★★★ (2002) | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (2): Fuel, Drive.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).