1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 98 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Jimmy | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
