2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 447 kg more than 2013 Infiniti G.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Silverado | G |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2311 kg | 1864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4657 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |