Over 0–100 km/h, SQ7 SUV wins (4,03 s vs 4,29 s).
Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.
| Measure | Model X Long Range | SQ7 SUV | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 4.29 s | 4.03 s | 0.27 s · SQ7 SUV |
| 400 m standing start | 12.14 s | 12.12 s | 0.02 s · SQ7 SUV |
| 1,000 m standing start | 21.65 s | 21.97 s | 0.32 s · Model X Long Range |
| Top speed (electronically limited) | 250 km/h | 250 km/h | Same |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 3.67 kg/hp | 4.47 kg/hp | better ratio · Model X Long Range |
Standing-start drag race, calibrated on manufacturer splits. The gap shows at each stage.
| Stage | Model X Long Range | SQ7 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 km/h | 1.28 s | 1.13 s |
| 0–50 km/h | 2.13 s | 1.88 s |
| 0–80 km/h | 3.42 s | 3.05 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 4.29 s | 4.03 s |
| 0–120 km/h | 5.30 s | 5.25 s · tight gap |
| 0–160 km/h | 8.29 s | 8.57 s |
| 0–200 km/h | 12.64 s | 13.51 s |
| 400 m standing start | 12.14 s | 12.12 s · tight gap |
| 1,000 m standing start | 21.65 s | 21.97 s |
| Top speed limited | 250 km/h | 250 km/h |
Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.
Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 670 hp | Dual Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Torque | 660 Nm | |
| Weight | 2 459 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | Integrale (AWD) | |
| Gearbox | Single-speed fixed gear |
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 507 hp | Pending |
| Torque | 770 Nm | |
| Weight | 2 265 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | Integrale (AWD) | |
| Gearbox | 8-speed tiptronic |
Off the line, the SQ7 SUV hits 100 km/h in 4.03 s versus 4.30 s for the Model X Long Range. Despite lacking instant torque, 507 hp of power compensates. At this point, the SQ7 SUV leads by 0.27 s and sits roughly 6 m ahead.
At 200 metres, the SQ7 SUV is doing 154 km/h against 158 km/h for the Model X Long Range. The gap is 0.15 s. The challenger starts to claw back ground.
At 400 metres standing start, the SQ7 SUV crosses the line in 12.11 s versus 12.14 s. The 0.03 s gap represents roughly 1 m of track
Past 400 metres, the situation changes. Past 400 metres, both rivals hit the same electronic ceiling at 250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h. Neither can claw back ground through top speed - the outcome hinges on the acceleration curve between 100 and 250 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h.
At 1,000 metres, the Model X Long Range finishes in 21.65 s versus 21.97 s. The 0.32 s delta shows an extremely tight race.
Both rivals share the same electronic speed cap: the Model X Long Range and the SQ7 SUV are governed to 249 (i.e. 155 mph - industry threshold) km/h. At that speed, standard-fit tyres approach their safety threshold - an industrial ceiling common to most electric vehicles in this segment. Neither car shows its true aerodynamic potential in this duel.
Instant electric torque gives an advantage off the line. The higher top speed of the combustion engine gives an advantage over longer distances. The distance at which one catches the other depends on the top speed differential.
In European road use (130 km/h max), both vehicles reach the legal speed limit in under 5.96 seconds. The 0.27 s difference in 0 to 100 km/h is mostly felt in motorway merging and overtaking.
Over 0–100 km/h, SQ7 SUV wins (4,03 s vs 4,29 s).
Model X Long Range goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 4,29 seconds (calibrated simulation).
Model X Long Range: 670 hp, ratio 3,67 kg/hp. SQ7 SUV: 507 hp, ratio 4,47 kg/hp.
Model X Long Range: 250 km/h. SQ7 SUV: 250 km/h.