1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
