2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. 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 165 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | Blenheim | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
