2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto

To start off, both 2005 Bristol Blenheim and 2005 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1100 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Alto has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bristol Blenheim 2005 Suzuki Alto
Make Bristol Suzuki
Model Blenheim Alto
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5897 cc 657 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 56 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 640 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3500 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2340 mm


 

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