2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2010 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 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 318 more horse power than 2010 Ford Ranger. (207 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 188 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2010 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Ford Ranger 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 (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ranger. (322 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2010 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Fighter | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3198 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 74 L |
