2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 712 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | Terracan | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2902 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2560 mm |
