2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Equinox and 2005 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Jimmy (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Jimmy (338 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Equinox | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |