2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 69 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (281 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Blenheim | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2814 mm |
