2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 136 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti FX. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Silverado | FX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1886 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |