2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 2010 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Avalon would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 384 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 Toyota Avalon, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | 2010 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Tesla | Toyota |
| Model | Roadster | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 336 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2819 mm |
