1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1996 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 1996 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bristol Blenheim | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | Blenheim | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
