1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Bitter Type III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Bitter Type III would be higher. At 3,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Bitter Type III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Bitter Type III (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 565 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Bitter | Kia |
| Model | Type III | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
