2009 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 44 kg more than 2005 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Bristol Blenheim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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 Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura MDX. (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 2005 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | MDX | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
