2006 Lotus Elise vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Lotus Elise (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 184 kg more than 2006 Lotus Elise.
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, 2006 Lotus Elise (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | iOn |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| 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 | 896 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
