2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 11 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 133 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 294 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rodius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | Blenheim | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
