2001 Acura MDX vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura MDX would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura MDX weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2001 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot iOn. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Acura MDX (333 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura MDX | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | MDX | iOn |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
