2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Lucerne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Lucerne would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
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, 2006 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Lucerne | iOn |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
