2003 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 612 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Blenheim | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | Blenheim | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2499 mm |
