2002 Nissan Altima vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Altima weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2010 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 2010 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Altima | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Altima | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2352 mm |
