2005 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 2005 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Falcon. 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy. 2005 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1581 kg | 1750 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2560 mm |
