2008 Dodge Nitro vs. 1999 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 9 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1999 GAZ 3111. (112 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1999 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 191 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GAZ 3111. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GAZ 3111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Nitro | 1999 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Dodge | GAZ |
| Model | Nitro | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
