2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2008 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 2008 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon, 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (306 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Tesla |
| Model | Sportwagon | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2352 mm |
