2005 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 170 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Blenheim | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Bristol | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blenheim | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| 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 | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2857 mm |
