1995 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 343 kg more than 1995 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 1995 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | Blenheim | Sorento |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |