2007 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 635 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 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot iOn. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | iOn |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
