1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3490 mm |
