2008 Honda Element 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 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | iOn |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
