2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 965 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tesla |
| Model | Suburban | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2352 mm |
