2008 Tesla Roadster vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Tesla Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Tesla Roadster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2011 Toyota Corolla, 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Tesla | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2601 mm |
