Tesla Model X Plaid vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S
When we compare the Tesla Model X Plaid's and the Porsche 911 Turbo S's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model X Plaid has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. The Porsche 911 Turbo S has the advantage in the area of resale value. Based on this comparison of the Tesla Model X Plaid's and the Porsche 911 Turbo S's specifications and ratings, the Tesla Model X Plaid is a better car than the Porsche 911 Turbo S.
Tesla Model X Plaid vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S Pricing
A used 2023 Tesla Model X Plaid ranges from $84,046 to $129,944 while a used 2023 Porsche 911 Turbo S is priced between $257,997 to $309,992.
Tesla Model X Plaid vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Tesla Model X Plaid loses 47 percent of its value and the Porsche 911 Turbo S loses 15.2 percent of its value. This means the Porsche 911 Turbo S retains 31.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Tesla Model X Plaid.
Tesla Model X Plaid vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Tesla Model X is 9.1 out of 10 while the Porsche 911's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Tesla Model X being ranked 1 out of 35 Best Electric SUVs and the Porsche 911 being ranked 1 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars.
Tesla Model X Plaid vs. Porsche 911 Turbo S Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Tesla Model X is 8.1 out of 10. For the Porsche 911 the reliability rating is 7.8 out of 10. This gives the Tesla Model X a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche 911.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Tesla Model X Plaid’s base engine makes 1020 horsepower, and the Porsche 911 Turbo S base engine makes 640 horsepower. The Plaid is rated to deliver an average of 103 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 333 miles. The Turbo S is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 352 miles.This gives the Tesla Model X Plaid the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Porsche 911 Turbo S the advantage in maximum range. The Plaid uses electricity, and the Turbo S uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Tesla Model X Plaid, a electric SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Tesla Model X Plaid has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$84,046 - $129,944
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$227,841 - $269,753
Used Asking Price:
$257,997 - $309,992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
15.2%
Tesla Model X Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Porsche 911 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Tesla Model X Rankings
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23 out of / 29Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other Tesla Model X Trim Levels
Base
Other Porsche 911 Trim Levels
Carrera, Carrera 4, Carrera 4 GTS, Carrera 4S, Carrera GTS, Carrera S, Carrera T, Dakar, GT3, GT3 RS, GT3 Touring, Sport Classic, Turbo
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
8 years / 150000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
1020 hp
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.189 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4960 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
640 hp @ 6750 rpm
Torque:
590 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.176 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
103 / 93 / 98
Range (city/hwy):
333 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
14 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 20 / 17
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
264 / 352 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Cargo Space:
21.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
92.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
9.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
70.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5390 lbs
Width:
89.4 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
199.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3636 lbs
Width:
79.7 inches
Height:
51.3 inches
Length:
178.6 inches
Wheelbase:
96.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
265/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/35ZR20
