2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1991 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1991 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Infiniti Q45. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1991 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Silverado | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 72 L |