2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tesla Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tesla Roadster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (288 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Saab | Tesla |
| Model | 9-4X | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2352 mm |
