2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Silverado | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
