2009 Infiniti EX vs. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti EX. (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 814 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 2013 Chevrolet Silverado (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti EX | 2013 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chevrolet |
| Model | EX | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 293 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 98 L |
