2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1998 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1998 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Villager weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2005 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1998 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Bristol | Mercury |
| Model | Fighter | Villager |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
