2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tesla |
| Model | Santa Fe | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2352 mm |
