2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 577 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2010 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 2010 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet, 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tesla |
| Model | Trajet | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2352 mm |
