2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2002 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (340 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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 (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Cadillac Escalade. 2002 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2002 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
| Model | Fighter | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3310 mm |
