2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
