2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2002 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 458 more horse power than 2002 Holden Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Frontera weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2002 Holden 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, 2002 Holden 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 (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Frontera. 2002 Holden Frontera 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 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2002 Holden Frontera | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Fighter | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
