2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 517 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2008 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 2008 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Trans Sport | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2352 mm |
