2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Jimmy | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Jimmy | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |