Compare 2017 Tesla Model 3 vs 2008 Tesla Roadster
Dimensions
The 2017 Tesla Model 3 is about 747 mm longer and 316 mm taller than the 2008 Tesla Roadster, while the 2008 Tesla Roadster is about 2 mm wider than the 2017 Tesla Model 3.
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 2017 Tesla Model 3 weighs about 495 kg more than the 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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 2017 Tesla Model 3 compare with the 2008 Tesla Roadster?
Length: 2017 Tesla Model 3 4,694 mm; 2008 Tesla Roadster 3,947 mm. 2017 Tesla Model 3 is longer by 747 mm. Width (excluding mirrors): 2017 Tesla Model 3 1,849 mm; 2008 Tesla Roadster 1,851 mm. 2008 Tesla Roadster is wider by 2 mm. Height: 2017 Tesla Model 3 1,443 mm; 2008 Tesla Roadster 1,127 mm. 2017 Tesla Model 3 is taller by 316 mm.
Which car has more cargo space?
2017 Tesla Model 3: at least 542 L and up to 977 L 2008 Tesla Roadster: at least 113 L 2017 Tesla Model 3 offers about 864 L more space.
Which car seats more passengers?
2017 Tesla Model 3: up to 5 seats 2008 Tesla Roadster: up to 2 seats 2017 Tesla Model 3 carries more passengers.
Which car weighs more?
2017 Tesla Model 3: around 1,730 kg 2008 Tesla Roadster: around 1,235 kg 2017 Tesla Model 3 is heavier by roughly 495 kg.
Which car is easier to maneuver?
2008 Tesla Roadster: 11.1 m

