2009 Ford Taurus X vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Taurus X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 128 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X. 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 Ford Taurus X, 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus X | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Tesla |
| Model | Taurus X | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2352 mm |
