2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Jimmy would be higher. 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 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Jimmy | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Jimmy | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |
