1997 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 8 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 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 287 kg more than 1997 Bristol Blenheim.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | Blenheim | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2027 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
