2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2009 GMC Acadia 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, both vehicles can yield 288 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1200 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 GMC Acadia, 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (367 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | GMC | Tesla |
| Model | Acadia | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2352 mm |
