2005 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 Dodge Caravan is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 346 kg more than 1989 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2005 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Caravan | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caravan | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
