2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Dakota would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 456 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Tesla |
| Model | Dakota | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 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 | 5560 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2352 mm |
