2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (316 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 2005 Infiniti Q45. 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 (458 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (453 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 81 L |
