2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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 Tribeca 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 (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Tribeca. 2012 Subaru Tribeca 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. 2012 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Bristol | Subaru |
Model | Fighter | Tribeca |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2748 mm |