2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Tesla | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadster | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2830 mm |
