2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Chrysler | Tesla |
Model | 300 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2352 mm |