2000 Infiniti I30 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti I30 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I30.
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 I30 (294 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I30 | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | I30 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
