2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 207 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Tesla Roadster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Toyota | Tesla |
| Model | Yaris | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1028 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2352 mm |
