2009 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lotus Elise would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (186 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (133 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elise | iOn |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
