2010 Tesla Roadster vs. 2011 Volvo S80
To start off, 2011 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Tesla Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Tesla Roadster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S80. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S80 weights approximately 524 kg more than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2011 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S80 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, 2011 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tesla Roadster. (400 Nm). This means 2011 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | 2011 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Tesla | Volvo |
| Model | Roadster | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2776 mm |
