2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy. 2009 Porsche 911 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. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Jimmy | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2360 mm |
