2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 304 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 239 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, 2006 Ford Fusion, 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 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Fighter | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 66 L |
