2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 3 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 413 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 525 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, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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 568 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Bristol Fighter | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | Fighter | Cerato |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 518 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |