2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 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 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3, 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (94 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Tesla |
| Model | C3 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1085 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2352 mm |
