2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa 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 271 more horse power than 2000 Seat Salsa. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2005 Bristol Fighter has manual transmission. 2005 Bristol Fighter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | Fighter | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 55 L |
