2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Infiniti M (461 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
