2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 920 kg more than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Infiniti G37. 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | G37 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
