2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Fighter 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 364 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 997 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Fighter | Express |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3440 mm |
