2008 Tesla Roadster vs 2022 Volkswagen Virtus

Q: Which is bigger: the 2008 Tesla Roadster or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is longer than the 2008 Tesla Roadster by 61.5 cm (24.2 in). The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is wider than the 2008 Tesla Roadster by 3.3 cm (1.3 in). The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is taller than the 2008 Tesla Roadster by 38.0 cm (15 in).

Q: Which vehicle has more published cargo space: the 2008 Tesla Roadster or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus has a standard VDA cargo capacity of 521 L and a largest VDA capacity of 1,050 L.

Q: Does the 2008 Tesla Roadster or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus seat more passengers?

2022 Volkswagen Virtus seats up to 5 passengers, while 2008 Tesla Roadster seats up to 2.

Q: Which car is heavier: the 2008 Tesla Roadster or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2008 Tesla Roadster is 135 kg (298 lb) heavier than the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus.

Q: Which car is easier to maneuver/park: the 2008 Tesla Roadster or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is easier to maneuver and park, with a smaller turning circle of 10.1 m (33.1 ft) compared with 11.05 m (36.3 ft) for the 2008 Tesla Roadster. In tight spaces, the 2008 Tesla Roadster is shorter overall and narrower, which makes it easier to fit and steer into parking bays.

Q: Which car is better for city driving, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is better for city driving with a smaller turning circle of 10.1 m (33.1 ft) versus 11.05 m (36.3 ft) for the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2008 Tesla Roadster is shorter at 394.6 cm (155.4 in) versus 456.1 cm (179.6 in) for the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus, and the 2008 Tesla Roadster is narrower at 171.9 cm (67.7 in) versus 175.2 cm (69 in) for the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus.

Which is bigger, the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus?

Key dimensions: length, width, height

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus offers a massive 61.5 cm of extra length, which changes the silhouette and stance compared to the 2008 Tesla Roadster. When it comes to tight city streets, both the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus and 2008 Tesla Roadster will feel near identical, as the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is only 3.3 cm wider. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus is an incredible 38 cm taller, which fundamentally alters the ease of access and the total volume of the interior relative to the 2008 Tesla Roadster. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus sits 4.9 cm higher off the ground than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, providing a helpful extra margin of safety when driving over gravel or light debris. The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus provides a much more settled and secure feel at high speeds compared to the 2008 Tesla Roadster thanks to its 30 cm wheelbase advantage.

Measurements

Length

394.6 cm

456.1 cm (+61.5)

Height

112.7 cm

150.7 cm (+38)

Width (excluding mirrors)

171.9 cm

175.2 cm (+3.3)

Width (including mirrors)

185.1 cm

N/A (+4.9)

Ground clearance

13 cm

17.9 cm (+30)

Wheelbase

235.1 cm

265.1 cm (+1.2)

How each car compares with its class average

Length

394.6 cm

51.9 cm shorter than the average Sports car

456.1 cm

16.8 cm shorter than the average Sedan

Height

112.7 cm

16.7 cm shorter than the average Sports car

150.7 cm

4.9 cm taller than the average Sedan

Width (excluding mirrors)

171.9 cm

15.3 cm narrower than the average Sports car

175.2 cm

7.8 cm narrower than the average Sedan

Width (including mirrors)

185.1 cm

24.1 cm narrower than the average Sports car

N/A

Ground clearance

13 cm

1.5 cm more ground clearance than the average Sports car

17.9 cm

3.9 cm more ground clearance than the average Sedan

Wheelbase

235.1 cm

28.4 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sports car

265.1 cm

13 cm shorter wheelbase than the average Sedan

Front view

Cargo Capacity: which has more space?

Standard and largest cargo capacity

The 2022 Volkswagen Virtus’s confirmed 521 L (VDA) capacity is above average for its class, serving as our primary reference point for this matchup. With the rear seats down, the 2008 Tesla Roadster provides 1,050 L of space when using the VDA measurement method, which is way above average for sports car.

Measurements

Standard cargo capacity (VDA)

The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

N/A

521 L

Largest cargo capacity (VDA)

The largest cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.

If only one VDA figure is published, the standard and largest values are the same.

N/A

1,050 L

Cargo space vs length

This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by overall vehicle length.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.

N/A

154.8 L per m

Cargo space vs footprint

This DriveSize metric divides blended cargo volume by footprint.

Blended cargo uses 65% of the standard figure and 35% of the largest figure, using VDA where available and SAE otherwise.

It helps show how efficiently a car turns exterior area into usable cargo space.

N/A

88.4 L per m²

How each car compares with its class average

Standard cargo capacity (VDA)

The standard cargo capacity using VDA, the method commonly used globally.

This is the manufacturer's normal published figure; it does not imply a particular seat configuration.

N/A

521 L

46 L more cargo volume than the average Sedan

Rear view

Details

Doors, seats, weight, maneuverability

The 2-door 2008 Tesla Roadster means slightly less convenience for rear-seat access compared to the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus. Choosing the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus fundamentally changes your passenger options, adding 3 more seats over the 2008 Tesla Roadster. In urban environments, the 2022 Volkswagen Virtus's 0.95 m shorter turning circle provides a helpful difference in everyday convenience. The 135 kg weight difference is enough to influence fuel efficiency and brake wear over the long term.

Measurements

Doors

4 (+2)

Max. seats

5 (+3)

Turning circle

11.1 m (+1)

10.1 m

Curb weight

1,235 kg (+135)

1,100 kg

How each car compares with its class average

Turning circle

11.1 m

0.1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sports car

10.1 m

1 m smaller turning circle than the average Sedan

Curb weight

1,235 kg

340 kg lighter than the average Sports car

1,100 kg

422 kg lighter than the average Sedan

DriveSize manoeuvrability score

DriveSize manoeuvrability score combines turning circle and footprint, with turning circle weighted more heavily.

Around 100% means in line with the class average; higher scores indicate better manoeuvrability relative to similar cars.

107%

7% more manoeuvrable than the average Sports car

109%

9% more manoeuvrable than the average Sedan

Parking

Will the 2008 Tesla Roadster or 2022 Volkswagen Virtus fit in a standard parking space?

2008 Tesla Roadster parking fit score

DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.

Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.

Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

Comfortable

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 51.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 77.5 cm at each end.

Body side clearance (excluding mirrors)

51.5 cm

Length clearance (at each end)

77.5 cm

2022 Volkswagen Virtus parking fit score

DriveSize compares the car's width and length with typical parking-space sizes by region.

Vehicle dimensions are rounded up and available side or length clearance is rounded down.

Side clearance is based on body width excluding mirrors where available; real spaces can vary because of mirrors, walls, pillars, kerbs, bay markings, and nearby cars.

For an average USA / Canada space: body side clearance is 49.5 cm per side (excluding mirrors), and length clearance is 46.5 cm at each end.