2000 Westfield ZEI vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Westfield ZEI would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Westfield ZEI | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Westfield | Peugeot |
| Model | ZEI | iOn |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2550 mm |
