1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, both 1999 Ford Cougar and 1999 GAZ 3111 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GAZ 3111 (168 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1999 GAZ 3111 (270 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 1999 GAZ 3111 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
Make | Ford | GAZ |
Model | Cougar | 3111 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3380 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |