2000 Infiniti I30 vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1103 kg more than 2000 Infiniti I30.
Because 2012 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti I30. (294 Nm). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti I30. 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I30 | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Infiniti | Cadillac |
| Model | I30 | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3302 mm |
