2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Express | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2352 mm |
