2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 115 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 433 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2009 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Hyundai | Tesla |
Model | Tucson | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
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 | 1668 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2352 mm |