1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 16 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 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Jimmy | FX |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |
