2000 Infiniti I30 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 10 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 550 kg more than 2010 Ford Ka.
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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Ka. (106 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I30 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | I30 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
