2010 Tesla Roadster vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 3 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge AVENGER weights approximately 307 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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 (370 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm). This means 2010 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Tesla Roadster | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
| Make | Tesla | Dodge |
| Model | Roadster | AVENGER |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3947 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 2064 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2765 mm |
