2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 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 312 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Bristol Fighter.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Bristol | Volvo |
| Model | Fighter | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 68 L |
