1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 1996 Kia Avella is newer by 6 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 969 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Avella |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
