2010 Tesla Roadster vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 2 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 505 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse, 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Tesla | Buick |
| Model | Roadster | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2837 mm |
