2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2008 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 2008 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Tesla |
| Model | Civic | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 370 Nm |
| 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 | 1270 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2352 mm |
