2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (300 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster. 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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet SSR | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
Model | SSR | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
Torque | 481 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2352 mm |