2010 Dacia Duster vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dacia Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dacia Duster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Duster weights approximately 120 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.
Because 2012 Peugeot iOn is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Duster, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dacia Duster | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Dacia | Peugeot |
| Model | Duster | iOn |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2550 mm |
