2008 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Honda | Tesla |
Model | Civic | Roadster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |