2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 663 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (336 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tesla |
| Model | Santa Fe | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1898 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2352 mm |
