2004 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter

To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Bristol Blenheim.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bristol Blenheim 2009 Dodge Sprinter
Make Bristol Dodge
Model Blenheim Sprinter
Year Released 2004 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5898 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1960 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 7350 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 2740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 4330 mm


 

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