2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 2000 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1997 Kia Joice. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Joice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Kia Joice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Joice. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Joice.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bristol Blenheim | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | Blenheim | Joice |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |