2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 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 QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
Model | QX56 | Silverado |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 129 L |