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Ford Transit Connect vs Tesla Roadster comparison

Compare performance (122 HP vs ), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 184,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Connect or Tesla Roadster?

Ford Transit Connect vs Tesla Roadster: Key differences

Ford Transit Connect

  • significantly cheaper
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Tesla Roadster

  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Transit Connect

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Ford Transit Connect is significantly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Tesla Roadster costs 184,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 153,481 £.

Roadster

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Tesla Roadster offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

Transit Connect

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 9.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Tesla Roadster delivers considerably more torque with 10,000 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 9,680 Nm more.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Roadster is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

£184,285
Roadster

Tesla Roadster

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Electric Range 1,000 km
Ford Transit Connect
Tesla Roadster

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Engine and Performance

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Tesla Roadster

The Roadster is a stunning embodiment of open-air driving, blending sleek design with exhilarating performance. With its sporty silhouette and agile handling, it offers an unmatched sense of freedom on the road. Enthusiasts revel in the combination of luxury and raw power, making every journey a memorable adventure.

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Ford Transit Connect
Tesla Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Price
184,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
1,000 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
-
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Curb weight
-
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
0 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
-
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
775 - 780 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 HP
Power HP
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
402 km/h
Torque
320 Nm
Torque
10,000 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
90 kW
Power kW
-
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Ford
Brand
Tesla
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