2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Express | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2720 mm |
