2008 Maserati Quattroporte 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 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 852 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | Quattroporte | iOn |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 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 | 1932 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2550 mm |