2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (386 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Express | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2352 mm |
