1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2005 Kia Sportage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | Blenheim | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
