2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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) has 355 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 21 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 478 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | Fighter | Forester |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 714 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 64 L |