2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 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 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
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 Citroen C5, 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (285 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Citroen | Tesla |
Model | C5 | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2352 mm |