2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Kia Sorento

To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bristol Blenheim 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 156 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 2000 Bristol Blenheim.

Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Bristol Blenheim 2005 Kia Sorento
Make Bristol Kia
Model Blenheim Sorento
Year Released 2000 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 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