2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Tesla Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Tesla Roadster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 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 Tesla Roadster (400 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Tesla Roadster | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Tesla | Suzuki |
| Model | Roadster | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2700 mm |
