2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, both 2005 Bristol Blenheim and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (222 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 572 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.

Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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, both vehicles can yield 500 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2005 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Bristol Volkswagen
Model Blenheim Touareg
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5897 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 350 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 2312 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2860 mm


 

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