1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 590 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
