2006 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Quest would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1081 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2011 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 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Quest | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Quest | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2352 mm |
