2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 551 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Frontier | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2352 mm |
