2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2005 Kia Sportage

To start off, both 2005 Bristol Fighter and 2005 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 392 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 67 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.

Because 2005 Kia Sportage 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, 2005 Kia Sportage 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Bristol Fighter 2005 Kia Sportage
Make Bristol Kia
Model Fighter Sportage
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7992 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 518 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 714 Nm 175 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4700 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1475 kg 1542 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 105 L 60 L


 

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