2001 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 504 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 2012 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 2012 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70, 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | V70 | iOn |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| 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 | 1584 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
