2007 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 283 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Tesla |
Model | Accord | Roadster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2352 mm |