2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 2010 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Kia Rondo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Kia Rondo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rondo. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rondo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rondo weights approximately 280 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 Kia Rondo, 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rondo. (169 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | 2010 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Tesla | Kia |
| Model | Roadster | Rondo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2710 mm |
