2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera

To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 391 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.

Because 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera 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 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Frontera.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bristol Fighter 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
Make Bristol Vauxhall
Model Fighter Frontera
Year Released 2004 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7994 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 525 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 714 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2470 mm


 

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