2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Tesla |
| Model | Ranger | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2352 mm |
