2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1996 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2003 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1996 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | Fighter | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
