2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 452 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Kia | Tesla |
| Model | Sportage | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2352 mm |
