2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | Blenheim | Excursion |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3510 mm |