2006 Ford Escape vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Tesla |
| Model | Escape | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2352 mm |
