1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti FX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
