2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis

To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis 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 533 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 620 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (167 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Bristol Fighter 2003 Toyota Avensis
Make Bristol Toyota
Model Fighter Avensis
Year Released 2004 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7994 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 660 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 787 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.6 mm 91.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2440 mm


 

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