2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2005 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Fighter 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 278 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 345 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, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Bristol Fighter 2005 Nissan Quest
Make Bristol Nissan
Model Fighter Quest
Year Released 2003 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7994 cc 3294 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 518 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 714 Nm 334 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1820 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 76 L


 

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