1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 104 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 2012 Kia Sedona. 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 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Jimmy | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3020 mm |
