2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2009 Cadillac DTS and 2009 Tesla Roadster were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS, 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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Cadillac | Tesla |
Model | DTS | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2352 mm |