2009 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 4 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 205 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Jimmy. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 2005 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Pilot | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |