2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2010 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tesla |
| Model | Escalade | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2352 mm |
