2006 GMC Envoy vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 685 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 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Envoy | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2560 mm |
