2012 Peugeot iOn vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 487 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot iOn | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | iOn | Passat |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3395 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1475 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
