2008 Tesla Roadster vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 902 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Tesla Roadster | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Tesla | Volkswagen |
| Model | Roadster | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2893 mm |
