Comparison between:
- 2009 Tesla Roadster Sport 2.0
- 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2009 Tesla Roadster Sport 2.0 | 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU | |
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| Trim | - | Performance AWD EU |
| Model year | 2009 (MY9) | 2022 (MY22) |
| Market | - | Europe |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Cabriolet | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | - | Mild steel High-strength steel Ultra-high-strength steel Aluminium |
| Exterior colors | Arctic White Brilliant Yellow Metallic Electric Blue Fusion Red Glacier Blue Metallic Jet Black Obsidian Black Metallic Racing Green Radiant Red Metallic Sterling Silver Metallic Thunder Grey Twilight Blue Metallic Very Orange | Deep Blue Metallic Midnight Silver Metallic Pearl White Multi-Coat Red Multi-Coat Solid Black Midnight Cherry Red (Europe and the Middle East) Quicksilver (Europe and the Middle East) |
| Interior colors | Black Beige Dark Grey Light Grey Orange Cream Red Saddle Yellow | Black Black and White |
| Number of doors | 2 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 2 | 5 / 7 |
| Length | 155.4 in 3947 mm | 187.0 in 4751 mm |
| Width | 72.9 in 1852 mm | 75.6 in 1921 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 73.7 in 1872 mm | 83.8 in 2129 mm |
| Width with folded mirrors | - | 77.9 in 1978 mm |
| Height | 44.4 in 1128 mm | 63.9 in 1624 mm |
| Wheelbase | 92.6 in 2352 mm | 113.8 in 2890 mm |
| Front track | 57.6 in 1463 mm | 64.8 in 1646 mm |
| Rear track | 59.0 in 1499 mm | 64.2 in 1630 mm |
| Clearance | 5.1 in 130 mm | 6.2 in 157 mm |
| Front headroom | 36.7 in 932 mm | 41.0 in 1041 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 39.4 in 1001 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 52.0 in 1321 mm | 56.4 in 1432 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 54.1 in 1373 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 53.8 in 1367 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 50.6 in 1286 mm |
| Front legroom | 42.0 in 1067 mm | 41.9 in 1063 mm |
| Rear legroom | - | 40.5 in 1029 mm |
| Trunk volume | - | 854.0 l 30.16 ft3 0.85 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | - | 2041.0 l 72.08 ft3 2.04 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 117.0 l 4.13 ft3 0.12 m3 |
| Curb weight | 2727.12 lb 1237 kg | 4398.22 lb 1995 kg |
| Payload | 546.75 lb 248 kg | - |
| GVWR | 3273.86 lb 1485 kg | 5712.18 lb 2591 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.36 Cd | 0.23 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Interior dimensions and volume shown are for Model Y with 5 seats |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Tesla | Tesla |
| Model | - | 3D6 |
| Electric motor type | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Rear |
| Voltage | - | 335 V |
| Power | 215 kW 288.3 hp 292.3 ps | 235 kW 315.1 hp 319.5 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 4400 rpm | - |
| Torque | 400 Nm 40.8 kgm 295.0 ft-lb | 440 Nm 44.9 kgm 324.5 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 5100 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes |
| Additional information | A 3-phase 4-pole electric motor A hand-wound stator and increased winding density | AC permanent magnet synchronous reluctance motor Liquid-cooled with variable frequency drive |
Second electric motor
Information about the model's second motor and its performance.
| Manufacturer | - | Tesla |
| Model | - | 3D3 |
| Motor type | - | AC Induction/Asynchronous Motor (ACIM) |
| Location | - | Front |
| Voltage | - | 335 V |
| Power | - | 158 kW 211.9 hp 214.8 ps |
| Torque | - | 240 Nm 24.5 kgm 177.0 ft-lb |
| Regenerative braking | - | Yes |
| Additional features | - | 3-phase 4-pole AC induction motor with a copper rotor Liquid cooled with variable frequency drive |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 215 kW 288.3 hp 292.3 ps | - |
| Total system torque | 400 Nm 40.8 kgm 295.0 ft-lb | - |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 124.9 mph 201.0 km/h | 155.3 mph 250.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | - | 3.70 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 3.70 s | 3.50 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 244.0 mi / 392.7 km | EPA, CMB: 303.0 mi / 487.6 km WLTP, CMB: 319.4 mi / 514.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 32 kWh/100 mi EPA, CTY: 105 MPGe EPA, CMB: 103 MPGe EPA, HWY: 33 kWh/100 mi EPA, HWY: 102 MPGe | EPA, CTY: 115 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 111 MPGe EPA, HWY: 106 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 17.3 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | - | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10 m 32.81 ft | 12.1 m 39.70 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | - | 2 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | All-wheel drive (AWD) |
| Axle ratio | 8.2752 | 9.1 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Coil springs (helical springs) Independent Double wishbone Telescopic shock absorbers Adjustable dampers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Lower suspension Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) |
| Rear suspension | Independent Double wishbone Coil springs (helical springs) Adjustable dampers Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent Lower suspension Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Telescopic shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 11.8 in 300 mm | 14.0 in 355 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 1.1 in 27 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 12.2 in 310 mm | 13.2 in 335 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.9 in 22 mm |
| Additional information | AP Racing Two-piston Aluminum fixed front callipers Brembo Single-piston sliding rear callipers | Performance brakes |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 5.5Jx16 7.5Jx17 | 9.5Jx21 ET40 10.5Jx21 ET48 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 195/55R16 225/45R17 | 255/35R21 275/35R21 |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 53 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | LG Chem |
| Model | NCR18650A | LG BT43 21700L |
| Type | NCA | NCM (NMC) |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminium Oxide (LiNiCoAlO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Number of cells | 6831 | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V - 3.7 V |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | 4.2 V |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | 2.5 V - 3 V |
| Number of modules | 11 | - |
| Battery voltage | 375 V | 360 V |
| Energy density | - | 260 Wh/kg |
| Weight | 992.08 lb 450 kg | - |
| Location | - | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | - | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | - | -30 °C -22 °F |
| Maximum ambient temperature | - | 60 °C 140 °F |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | NACS | Type 2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 1.44 kW AC 5.76 kW AC 9.6 kW AC 16.8 kW | AC 11 kW DC 250 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | AC 16.8 kW, 5:18 AC 9.6 kW, 5:31 AC 1.44 kW, 36:48 | DC 250 kW, 0:16-0:20 AC 11.5 kW, 6:00-7:28 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 12V power outlet (S) Adjustable suspension (O) Black grille (S) Body-colored front and rear bumpers (S) Carbon-fiber exterior accents (O) Carbon-fiber hardtop (O) Color-keyed hard top (O) Convertible hard top (O) Convertible roof with lining (S) Forged alloy wheels (O) Glove box (S) Performance tires (O) Rear wing spoiler (S) Remote keyless entry (S) Spoiler (S) 4-wheel ABS (S) Cruise control (S) Driver and passenger front-impact airbags (S) Front seatbelt pre-tensioners (S) Immobilizer (S) Rearview camera (O) Tire pressure monitor (S) Traction control (S) AM/FM/CD/MP3 player (S) Bluetooth (O) Homelink garage door opener (O) Integrated key/remote (S) Keyfob trunk/hatch/door release (S) 7 x performance speakers (O) Satellite radio (S) 4 x speakers (S) Upgraded stereo head unit with Navigation (O) Manual air conditioning (S) Fixed front head restraints (S) Heated front bucket seats with lumbar adjustment (S) Premium seats (O) Leather-wrapped (S) Auto-locking doors (S) Light-tinted windows (S) Power cargo access remote release (S) Power door locks (S) Power windows (S) Solar-guard windshield (O) Folding side-view door mirrors (S) Auto off headlights (S) Cargo light (S) Projector beam halogen headlamps (S) Aluminum instrument panel insert, console insert (S) Carbon fibre interior accents (O) Floormats (O) Full leather trim (O) Half-leather (S) Leather door panel trim (S) Leather/carbon-fiber interior trim (O) | Aluminium alloy pedal (S) Tow hitch (O) 360-degree parking camera (O) Advanced collision avoidance (S) Automatic driving on city streets (O) Autopark - parallel and perendicular self-parking (O) BLIS with steer assist (S) Collapsable steering column (S) Collision avoidance braking and steering (S) Cross traffic alert (S) Driver alert (S) Driver assist (S) Driver knee airbag (S) Dual-stage driver airbag (S) Dual-stage passenger airbag with active ventilation (S) Energy-absorbin interior (S) Evasive manoeuvre assist (S) Far side airbags (S) 3 x forward looking cameras (S) 2 x forward looking side cameras (O) Front seat belts with electrical pre-cash tensioner (S) Front seat belts with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) High-Speed autosteer (S) Inflatable curtains (S) Lane keeping with automatic steering (S) Navigate on Autopilot (O) Outer rear seats with pretensioners and 2-step load limiters (S) Pilot Assist (S) Rear collision warning/mitigation (S) 1 x rearward looking camera (S) 2 x rearward looking side cameras (O) Recognize and respond to traffic lights and stop signs (O) Road sign info (S) Side airbags (S) Side impact protection (S) Summon your car remotely (O) Traffic aware cruise control (TACC) (S) 12 x ultrasonic sensors (wider range) (S) Whiplash injury protection (S) 15-inch touch dispaly (S) 2 x amps (S) Center console with storage, 4 USB ports and docking for 2 smartphones (S) In-car internet streaming music & media (S) Location aware automatic garage door opener (S) Music and media over Bluetooth (S) Satellite-view maps with live traffic visualization and navigation (S) 14 x speakers (S) 1 x subwoofer (S) 12-way power adjustable front and rear seats (S) Heated front and rear seats (S) Three independently folding 2nd row seats (S) Heated steering wheel (S) Carbon fiber spoiler (S) Tinted glass roof with ultraviolet and infrared protection (S) Auto dimming, power folding, heated side mirrors (S) LED fog lamps (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | The electric motor specifications are listed according to data reported by owners. Different numbers reported by other sources refer to real-life measurements. However, these vary significantly for many different reasons, such as errors in procedure, unannounced variance in equipped motors, variance in batteries, and software tuning, among others. Rarely MCU2 with Intel Atom in the USA MCUZ / MCU3 - Custom AMD Ryzen YE180FC3T4MFG - Quad-core CPU with 512KB L2 cache per core and 4MB L3 cache - AMD Navi23 GPU (215-130000026) - 8/16GB DDR4 - 8GB GDDR6 - 256GB SSD - 10 teraflops processing power - LG Innotek ATC5CPC001 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module - Quectel AG525R-GL cell modem - SPC5748GSMMJ6 gateway - ADSP-SC587W SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 1 - AD21584 SHARC+ Dual Core DSP with ARM Cortex-A5 for DSP 2 - Realtek RTL9068ABD Ethernet switch 16V Li-Ion auxiliary battery - often mislabeled as 12V - made by CATL - Self-protection mode - Battery management system - LIN data communication - Four NMC pouch cells - 15.5 - 15.8 operating voltage - 6.9 - 7.5 Ah - 99 Wh - 3.7 V nominal - more than 2000 cycles - 1.8 kg / 3.97 lbs |
| 2009 Tesla Roadster Sport 2.0 | 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD EU |

