2000 Infiniti I vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 338 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | I | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
