2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 2005 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 GMC Jimmy. 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 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 Ford Crown Victoria (362 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2005 GMC Jimmy has manual transmission. 2005 GMC Jimmy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
