2009 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1061 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Yukon | iOn |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
