2000 Infiniti I30 vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 9 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 74 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa.
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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I30 | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | I30 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
