2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 547 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (249 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Hyundai | Tesla |
| Model | Tucson | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 249 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2352 mm |
