Defender Octa vs Taycan Sport Turismo GTS
Land Rover · Porsche
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS beats the Defender Octa comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Taycan Sport Turismo GTS is $136,700 vs $153,000 for the Defender Octa — a $16,300 gap. Power: Defender Octa makes 36 hp more (626 vs 590). Drivetrain: Taycan Sport Turismo GTS is electric; Defender Octa runs on petrol.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Defender Octa or the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS is faster, beating the Defender Octa by 0.12 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Defender Octa vs the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS?
The Defender Octa hits 100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, while the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS does it in 3.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Defender Octa produces 626 hp; the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS produces 590 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Defender Octa tops out at 250 km/h, and the Taycan Sport Turismo GTS reaches 250 km/h.
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