2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Peugeot iOn 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 2011 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Golf | iOn |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
