2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 249 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Infiniti I | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Silverado | I |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 79 L |