1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607

To start off, both 1999 GAZ 3111 and 1999 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 GAZ 3111. 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 Peugeot 607, 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 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.

Compare all specifications:

1999 GAZ 3111 1999 Peugeot 607
Make GAZ Peugeot
Model 3111 607
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2285 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2810 mm


 

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