2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 338 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Colorado | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2352 mm |
