2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2011 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2011 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 7 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 257 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (403 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1079 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac Escalade. 2011 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2004 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2004 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2011 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Bristol | Cadillac |
Model | Fighter | Escalade |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5639 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1892 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |