2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1880 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 |
