2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Dodge Magnum. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Magnum | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2560 mm |
