2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Bristol Blenheim 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 228 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | Blenheim | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2530 mm |
