2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (147 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 110 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2011 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 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (220 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tesla |
| Model | Eclipse | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2352 mm |
