2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, both 2000 Bristol Blenheim and 2000 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 276 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bristol Blenheim 2000 Suzuki Vitara
Make Bristol Suzuki
Model Blenheim Vitara
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1905 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 138 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2210 mm


 

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