2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX would be higher. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 716 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tesla |
| Model | SRX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2352 mm |
