2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Nitro would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Dodge | Tesla |
| Model | Nitro | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2352 mm |
