2009 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 340 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | iOn |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
