2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 887 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (404 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Navara | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 2122 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2352 mm |
