2009 Audi A5 vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A5 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Audi A5. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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 Audi A5 (500 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Audi | Tesla |
| Model | A5 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2352 mm |
