2008 Ford Edge vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 18 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, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 GMC Jimmy. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 777 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Edge | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
