2005 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 358 kg more than 2005 Infiniti QX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti QX4 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | QX4 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3645 mm |
