2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2012 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | iOn |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
