2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 4 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 202 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1116 kg more than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
