2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 725 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 (370 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tesla |
| Model | SRX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2352 mm |
