2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2011 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1195 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Porsche | Tesla |
| Model | Cayenne | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 2430 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2352 mm |
