2005 Daewoo Lacetti vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daewoo Lacetti would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti, 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Daewoo | Tesla |
| Model | Lacetti | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2352 mm |
