2008 Daihatsu Materia vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2008 Daihatsu Materia 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 198 more horse power than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. 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 Daihatsu Materia, 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Materia. (121 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Daihatsu Materia | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Daihatsu | Tesla |
Model | Materia | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 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 | 1025 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2352 mm |