2010 Tesla Roadster vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, both 2010 Tesla Roadster and 2010 Kia Rondo were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (198 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2010 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 2010 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rondo, 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, 2010 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (250 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Tesla Roadster | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Tesla | Kia |
Model | Roadster | Rondo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2710 mm |