2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1986 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1986 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Freestar (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1986 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
