2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 401 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
Model | Blenheim | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3310 mm |