2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 9 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 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2003 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 (529 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Blenheim | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 70 L |
