2000 Infiniti I vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 238 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 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I. 2013 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 2000 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2000 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | I | CC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
