2005 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 7 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 83 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 550 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Jimmy | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2673 mm |
