Compare performance (1020 HP vs 1034 HP), boot space and price (94300 £ vs 87900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Tesla Model S or Porsche Taycan?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Porsche Taycan has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 87900 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6335 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Porsche Taycan: with 16.70 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Tesla Model S with 16.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the Tesla Model S performs slight better – achieving up to 744 km, about 64 km more than the Porsche Taycan.
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 Porsche Taycan has a barely noticeable edge – offering 1034 HP compared to 1020 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is slight quicker – completing the sprint in 2.10 s, while the Porsche Taycan takes 2.20 s. That’s about 0.10 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Tesla Model S performs minimal better – reaching 322 km/h, while the Porsche Taycan tops out at 305 km/h. The difference is around 17 km/h.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Seats: Tesla Model S offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.
In curb weight, Tesla Model S is hardly perceptible lighter – 2092 kg compared to 2165 kg. The difference is around 73 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Tesla Model S offers convincingly more room – 799 L compared to 407 L. That’s a difference of about 392 L.
When it comes to payload, Porsche Taycan distinct takes the win – 635 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 193 kg.
The Tesla Model S proves to be performs better in key areas and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Tesla Model S is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.
detailsThe Porsche Taycan blends Porsche's razor-sharp handling with electric immediacy, delivering an exhilarating, near-silent shove that still feels unmistakably sporty. Inside it's a high-tech cockpit wrapped in premium materials, making it as rewarding to live with day to day as it is thrilling to drive on a twisty road.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
94300 - 102800 £
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Price
87900 - 206700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.7 - 20.7 kWh
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Electric Range
611 - 744 km
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Electric Range
552 - 680 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
82.3 - 97 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
5
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Seats
4
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Doors
5
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Doors
4
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Curb weight
2092 - 2197 kg
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Curb weight
2165 - 2370 kg
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Trunk capacity
799 L
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Trunk capacity
326 - 407 L
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Length
5021 mm
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Length
4962 - 4968 mm
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Width
1987 mm
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Width
1966 - 1998 mm
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Height
1431 mm
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Height
1378 - 1381 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1828 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
432 - 442 kg
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Payload
175 - 635 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
670 - 1020 HP
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Power HP
408 - 1034 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.2 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
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Max Speed
230 - 305 km/h
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Torque
-
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Torque
410 - 1340 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
493 - 750 kW
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Power kW
300 - 760 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Tesla
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Brand
Porsche
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The Tesla Model S is available as All-Wheel Drive.