2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 370 more horse power than 2007 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2007 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2007 Holden Captiva 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, 2007 Holden Captiva 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 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Bristol | Holden |
| Model | Fighter | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
