2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tesla |
| Model | E | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2352 mm |
