2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 728 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Silverado | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2720 mm |
