2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Jeep | Tesla |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2352 mm |
