2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Jazz would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 808 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2011 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 2011 Tesla Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Jazz, 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, 2011 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Tesla | Honda |
| Model | Roadster | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2510 mm |
