2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Subaru | Tesla |
| Model | Forester | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1470 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2352 mm |
