2004 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 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 2009 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (200 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Toledo | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Seat | Tesla |
Model | Toledo | Roadster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2352 mm |