2000 Kia Retona vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 635 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona will offer significantly more control. 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Kia | Tesla |
| Model | Retona | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2352 mm |
