1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Bitter Type III should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 246 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Bitter Type III. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 1988 Bitter Type III (320 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1988 Bitter Type III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Bitter | Mercury |
| Model | Type III | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
