2008 GMC Canyon vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 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 2 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 391 kg more than 2005 GMC Jimmy.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
