2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 90 L |
