2000 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris

To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 7 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 265 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 712 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris, 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 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2000 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 2007 Toyota Yaris
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Blenheim Yaris
Year Released 2000 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1028 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2560 mm


 

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