2008 Tesla Roadster vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1338 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Tesla | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 3302 mm |
