2002 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (310 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 797 kg more than 2002 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2002 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bristol Blenheim | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | Blenheim | Ram |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3560 mm |
