1999 GAZ 3111 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 204 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GAZ 3111 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GAZ | Ford |
| Model | 3111 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2838 mm |
