1999 GMC Safari vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Safari would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 875 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Safari | iOn |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |