1998 Nissan President vs. 2000 Infiniti I
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan President weights approximately 380 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan President 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 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I, 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 2000 Infiniti I | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | President | I |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |