2008 Tesla Roadster vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1555 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Tesla | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 3380 mm |
