2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2002 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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, 2002 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
