2004 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 305 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Subaru | Tesla |
| Model | Legacy | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2352 mm |
