2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1039 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Silverado | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2352 mm |
