2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GAZ 3111 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
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, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GAZ 3111 | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | GAZ | Morgan |
Model | 3111 | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |