Taycan 4S vs SQ8
Porsche · Audi
1/4 Mile winner
Taycan 4S
Beats the SQ8 by 0.11s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Taycan 4S beats the SQ8 comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Taycan 4S thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
522 hp
500 hp
0–100 km/h
4s
4.1s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
Dual Electric Motors
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Fuel
Electric
Petrol
Torque
640 Nm
770 Nm
Price
$103,800
$98,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Taycan 4S
SQ8
100 m
5.281s
5.340s
1/8 mile
7.852s
7.934s
1/4 mile
11.908s
12.020s
1 km
21.743s
21.902s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: SQ8 is $98,000 vs $103,800 for the Taycan 4S — a $5,800 gap. Power: Taycan 4S makes 22 hp more (522 vs 500). Drivetrain: Taycan 4S is electric; SQ8 runs on petrol.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Taycan 4S or the SQ8?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Taycan 4S is faster, beating the SQ8 by 0.11 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Taycan 4S vs the SQ8?
The Taycan 4S hits 100 km/h in 4 seconds, while the SQ8 does it in 4.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Taycan 4S produces 522 hp; the SQ8 produces 500 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Taycan 4S tops out at 250 km/h, and the SQ8 reaches 250 km/h.
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