2007 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 524 kg more than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
