2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 650 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 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot iOn. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Five Hundred | iOn |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2550 mm |
