2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | J30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |
