2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | I |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |
