2022 Porsche Taycan vs. 2022 Tesla Model S
2022 Porsche Taycan vs. 2022 Tesla Model S
Overview
It's an electric race in the automotive world. Tesla being the forerunner, Porsche and other automotive companies are charting their paths in the electric field. Porsche has produced an engineering-led car, the 2022 Porsche Taycan, that rivals the Tesla Model S. But how does it compare to the industry-standard EV? This comparison pits the two EVs against each other and determines the top electric vehicle.
Trims
The Porsche Taycan has five main trim: base, GTS, Turbo, Turbo S, and 4S. In comparison, Tesla has the Model S and the Model S Plaid. Taycan trims have clear-cut differences in straight-line performance and reliability compared to Tesla variations that focus on fuel economy.
Performance
The 2022 Taycan boasts a 321 horsepower, two-speed automatic transmission, while the Turbo S trim can deliver up to 750 horsepower in over-boost mode. The Model S produces 778 horsepower and 841 pound-feet of torque, while the Plaid produces 1,020 horsepower.
A Taycan Turbo S version has rocket acceleration with 0-60 in 2.4 seconds, a tick faster than the 2.5 for the Tesla Model S.
To top it off, Porsche's 4D Chassis Control improves the stability and immediate response to braking, exuding a natural driving feel.
Fuel
The Taycan's unique selling point is the rapid charging from 5% to 80% in 22.5 minutes on the 79kW battery. However, Tesla makes up for the comparatively slow charging by having an average of 120 MPG compared to the Taycan's 76 MPG.
If you want to drive a car with practical performance, get a Porsche Taycan. The impressive all-electric car is among the best EVs in the market right now.