2005 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio, 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Renault | Tesla |
| Model | Clio | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2352 mm |
