2004 GAZ 3111 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GAZ 3111. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GAZ 3111 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | GAZ | Porsche |
| Model | 3111 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
