2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | SLK | iOn |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 Length | 4090 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
