2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 226 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford Explorer 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. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Fighter | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 85 L |
