2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 456 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (340 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2008 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Tesla |
| Model | Charger | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2352 mm |
