2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2005 GMC Jimmy and 2005 Opel Meriva 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Opel Meriva. 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 Opel Meriva. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Meriva. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Opel Meriva | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Jimmy | Meriva |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |