1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 2,134 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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, 2001 Seat Toledo, 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | GAZ | Seat |
| Model | 3111 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2134 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1387 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
