1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1994 Kia Sephia
To start off, 1994 Kia Sephia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Kia Sephia. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1994 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 364 kg more than 1994 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Kia Sephia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1994 Kia Sephia | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Sephia |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
