2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Kia | Tesla |
| Model | Sorento | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 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 | 1285 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2352 mm |
