1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, both 1991 GMC Jimmy and 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1991 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Jimmy | 400 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4297 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3150 mm |
