2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 GMC Jimmy. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2560 mm |
