1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2008 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Bristol Blenheim | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | Blenheim | Korando |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
