2000 Infiniti I30 vs. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2000 Infiniti I30 and 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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. 2000 Infiniti I30 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (188 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2000 Infiniti I30 has manual transmission. 2000 Infiniti I30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I30 | 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chrysler |
| Model | I30 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 151 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
