2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V 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 (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
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, 2005 Honda FR-V, 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 (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | Fighter | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 58 L |
