2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 19 kg more than 1999 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | Fighter | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
