2002 Honda Life vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Tesla |
| Model | Life | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2352 mm |
