2005 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Infiniti I30
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V is newer by 5 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. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 2 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm). This means 2000 Infiniti I30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda FR-V | 2000 Infiniti I30 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | FR-V | I30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
