2008 Infiniti M vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | M | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3022 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 98 L |
