2006 Ford Escape vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
