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Porsche Cayenne vs Tesla Model S – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Porsche Cayenne meets Tesla Model S.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Porsche Cayenne has a slight advantage in terms of price – it starts at 87000 £, while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £. That’s a price difference of around 7277 £.

As for range, the Tesla Model S performs convincingly better – achieving up to 634 km, about 551 km more than the Porsche Cayenne.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model S has a evident edge – offering 1020 HP compared to 739 HP. That’s roughly 281 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the Porsche Cayenne takes 3.60 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs barely noticeable better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Tesla Model S tops out at 300 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Porsche Cayenne is minimal lighter – 2130 kg compared to 2170 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers slight more room – 793 L compared to 772 L. That’s a difference of about 21 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S performs minimal better – up to 1828 L, which is about 120 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne convincingly takes the win – 705 kg compared to 364 kg. That’s a difference of about 341 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Tesla Model S shows itself to be wins the duel decisively and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

from about £94,300
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Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.5 - 18.7 kWh
  • Electric Range : 600 - 634 km
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Porsche Cayenne

Der Porsche Cayenne präsentiert sich als beeindruckender Vertreter der Premium-SUVs und verbindet kraftvolles Design mit luxuriösem Komfort. Sein dynamisches Fahrverhalten und die hochwertigen Materialien im Innenraum machen jede Fahrt zu einem besonderen Erlebnis. Zudem bietet der Cayenne modernste Technologiefunktionen, die sowohl Unterhaltung als auch Sicherheit gewährleisten.

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Tesla Model S

The Model S continues to set the standard for luxury electric vehicles, seamlessly blending performance with cutting-edge technology. Its sleek design and spacious interior provide an unparalleled driving experience, making it an ideal choice for modern enthusiasts. With features that emphasize both safety and sustainability, the Model S showcases the future of automotive innovation.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Price
94300 - 102800 £
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.5 - 18.7 kWh
Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Electric Range
600 - 634 km
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
90 - 277 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
4 - 5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Curb weight
2170 - 2265 kg
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Trunk capacity
793 L
Length
4930 mm
Length
5021 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Width
1987 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Height
1431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Max trunk capacity
1828 L
Payload
365 - 705 kg
Payload
364 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
-
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Power HP
670 - 1020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Max Speed
250 - 300 km/h
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2022 - 2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Tesla

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Is the Porsche Cayenne offered with different drivetrains?

The Porsche Cayenne is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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