2008 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2008 Audi S4 and 2008 Tesla Roadster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi S4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 2008 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2008 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Tesla |
| Model | S4 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |
