1991 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2896 mm |
