Compare 2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2017 Tesla Model 3
Dimensions
The 2008 Tesla Roadster is about 2 mm wider than the 2017 Tesla Model 3, while the 2017 Tesla Model 3 is about 747 mm longer and 316 mm taller than the 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Front view
Capacity
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 offers about 429 L more cargo space with the seats up and 864 L more cargo space with the seats folded than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 has 2 more doors than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 has 3 more seats than the 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Rear view
Misc.
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 has a wheelbase about 524 mm longer than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2008 Tesla Roadster weighs about 495 kg less than the 2017 Tesla Model 3. The 2017 Tesla Model 3 offers about 10 mm more ground clearance than the 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Side view
Frequently asked questions
How do the dimensions of the 2008 Tesla Roadster compare with the 2017 Tesla Model 3?
Length: 2008 Tesla Roadster 3,947 mm; 2017 Tesla Model 3 4,694 mm. 2017 Tesla Model 3 is longer by 747 mm. Width (excluding mirrors): 2008 Tesla Roadster 1,851 mm; 2017 Tesla Model 3 1,849 mm. 2008 Tesla Roadster is wider by 2 mm. Height: 2008 Tesla Roadster 1,127 mm; 2017 Tesla Model 3 1,443 mm. 2017 Tesla Model 3 is taller by 316 mm.
Which car has more cargo space?
2008 Tesla Roadster: at least 113 L 2017 Tesla Model 3: at least 542 L and up to 977 L 2017 Tesla Model 3 offers about 864 L more space.
Which car seats more passengers?
2008 Tesla Roadster: up to 2 seats 2017 Tesla Model 3: up to 5 seats 2017 Tesla Model 3 carries more passengers.
Which car weighs more?
2008 Tesla Roadster: around 1,235 kg 2017 Tesla Model 3: around 1,730 kg 2017 Tesla Model 3 is heavier by roughly 495 kg.
Which car is easier to maneuver?
2008 Tesla Roadster: 11.1 m