Ian D
08-12-2009, 10:42 PM
I don't know about you, but Tesla's 5 seater has it all over the Volt.
Here's why:
1) It is completely electric with a 300 mile range.
2) The fueling cost breaks down to one cent per mile compared to seven cents per mile for the Volt.
3) Zero emissions because it burns no gasoline.
4) Fewer moving parts, less maintenance because it doesn't have a gasoline engine.
5) Though no performance specs are available, I find it hard to believe that the Volt will best the Tesla's 5.9 sec 0-60 mark.
6) The 5 seat Model S is roomier with more storage space.
To be fair, GM has Tesla beat in the area of having a proven track record of building cars and backing warranties. Also, even though I think the Tesla is superior, if you compare the Volt to the current Hybrids on the market, it is vastly superior and appears to be quite impressive for a big automaker who has been reluctant to pursue electric technology.
What do you think? Volt or Tesla?
Here's why:
1) It is completely electric with a 300 mile range.
2) The fueling cost breaks down to one cent per mile compared to seven cents per mile for the Volt.
3) Zero emissions because it burns no gasoline.
4) Fewer moving parts, less maintenance because it doesn't have a gasoline engine.
5) Though no performance specs are available, I find it hard to believe that the Volt will best the Tesla's 5.9 sec 0-60 mark.
6) The 5 seat Model S is roomier with more storage space.
To be fair, GM has Tesla beat in the area of having a proven track record of building cars and backing warranties. Also, even though I think the Tesla is superior, if you compare the Volt to the current Hybrids on the market, it is vastly superior and appears to be quite impressive for a big automaker who has been reluctant to pursue electric technology.
What do you think? Volt or Tesla?