2007 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 GMC Savana. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1424 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Savana | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | GMC | Tesla |
Model | Savana | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2352 mm |