2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 40 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 106 L |
