2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Silverado | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 516 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 81 L |