2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 17 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Expedition | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
