2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Smart ForTwo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Smart ForTwo (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 260 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
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, 2011 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Smart ForTwo | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
Make | Smart | Peugeot |
Model | ForTwo | iOn |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
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 | 820 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 3395 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1475 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2550 mm |