2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Tahoe | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2352 mm |
