2000 Infiniti I30 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Infiniti I30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Infiniti I30 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. 2000 Infiniti I30 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I30 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | I30 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
