2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick LeSabre would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 Tesla Roadster 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 2009 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Buick | Tesla |
Model | LeSabre | Roadster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2352 mm |