2009 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 670 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.
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, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | iOn |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
