2005 Hyundai Atos vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Atos and 2005 GMC Jimmy 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 866 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 Hyundai Atos. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 2005 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Atos has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Atos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Atos 2005 GMC Jimmy
Make Hyundai GMC
Model Atos Jimmy
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1085 cc 4293 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 5450 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 89 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 2850 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 67 mm 102 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Vehicle Weight 884 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2560 mm


 

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