2011 Tesla Roadster vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. (225 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Tesla Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tesla Roadster. (370 Nm). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tesla Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Tesla Roadster | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Tesla | Volkswagen |
Model | Roadster | Touareg |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 550 Nm |
Fuel Type | Electric | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Single Speed | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1128 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2352 mm | 2893 mm |