Model X Plaid vs Taycan
Tesla · Porsche
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Model X Plaid beats the Taycan by a wide margin, finishing 3.38 seconds ahead. It's the 618 extra horsepower talking — the Model X Plaid simply has more grunt to throw at the strip.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Taycan is $86,700 vs $113,490 for the Model X Plaid — a $26,790 gap. Power: Model X Plaid makes 618 hp more (1020 vs 402). 0–100 km/h: Model X Plaid is 2.80s quicker (2.6s vs 5.4s). Top speed: Model X Plaid runs to 262 km/h, 32 km/h higher than Taycan.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Model X Plaid or the Taycan?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Model X Plaid is faster, beating the Taycan by 3.38 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Model X Plaid vs the Taycan?
The Model X Plaid hits 100 km/h in 2.6 seconds, while the Taycan does it in 5.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Model X Plaid produces 1020 hp; the Taycan produces 402 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Model X Plaid tops out at 262 km/h, and the Taycan reaches 230 km/h.
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