1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Jimmy | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
