2003 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 492 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Passat | iOn |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
