2005 Smart Roadster vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Roadster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart Roadster | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Smart | Peugeot |
| Model | Roadster | iOn |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3430 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
