1988 Bitter Type III vs. 2006 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Bitter Type III. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1988 Bitter Type III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1988 Bitter Type III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Bitter Type III. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Bitter Type III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Bitter Type III | 2006 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Bitter | Cadillac |
| Model | Type III | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3849 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |
