Over 0–100 km/h, Model Y Juniper RWD wins (6,04 s vs 9,16 s).
Performance comparison
Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.
Simulation
Calibration
Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.
| Model Y Juniper RWD | Q3 SUV | |
|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6,04 s−3,12 s | 9,16 s |
| 400 m standing start | 14,25 s−2,68 s | 16,93 s |
| 1,000 m standing start | 25,58 s−5,27 s | 30,85 s |
| Top speed (electronically limited) | 209 km/h | 209 km/h |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 6,20 kg/hpbetter ratio | 10,40 kg/hp |
Standing-start drag race, calibrated on manufacturer splits. The gap shows at each stage.
Simulated performance at each stage. Winner in green.
| Palier | Model Y Juniper RWD | Q3 SUV |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 km/h | 1,74 s | 2,19 s |
| 0–50 km/h | 2,91 s | 3,65 s |
| 0–80 km/h | 4,67 s | 6,48 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 6,04 s | 9,16 s |
| 0–120 km/h | 7,80 s | 13,38 s |
| 0–160 km/h | 13,29 s | 25,21 s |
| 0–200 km/h | 22,11 s | 54,13 s |
| 400 m standing start | 14,25 s | 16,93 s |
| 1,000 m standing start | 25,58 s | 30,85 s |
| Top speed | 209 km/h | 209 km/h |
Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 299 hp | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
| Torque | 419 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 853 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | Propulsion | |
| Gearbox | Single-speed fixed gear |
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 150 hp | Pending |
| Torque | 250 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 560 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | Traction | |
| Gearbox | 7-speed S tronic |
Off the line, the Model Y Juniper RWD hits 100 km/h in 6.04 s versus 9.16 s for the Q3 SUV. The instant torque of 419 Nm from the electric motor makes the difference. At this point, the Model Y Juniper RWD leads by 3.12 s and sits roughly 19 m ahead.
At 200 metres, the Model Y Juniper RWD is doing 135 km/h against 111 km/h for the Q3 SUV. The gap is 1.56 s. The challenger starts to claw back ground.
At 400 metres standing start, the Model Y Juniper RWD crosses the line in 14.24 s versus 16.93 s. The 2.68 s gap represents roughly 96 m of track - a gap visible to the naked eye.
Past 400 metres, the Model Y Juniper RWD continues to build its lead. At 600 metres, it runs at 185 km/h versus 151 km/h. At 1,000 metres, the Model Y Juniper RWD finishes in 25.58 s versus 30.84 s, with a 5.26 s lead. Both vehicles have similar top speeds (209 vs 209 km/h), preventing any comeback.
Both rivals share the same electronic speed cap: the Model Y Juniper RWD and the Q3 SUV are governed to 209 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 16.01 seconds. The 3.12 s difference in 0 to 100 km/h is mostly felt in motorway merging and overtaking.
Over 0–100 km/h, Model Y Juniper RWD wins (6,04 s vs 9,16 s).
Model Y Juniper RWD goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6,04 seconds (calibrated simulation).
Model Y Juniper RWD: 299 hp, ratio 6,20 kg/hp. Q3 SUV: 150 hp, ratio 10,40 kg/hp.
Model Y Juniper RWD: 209 km/h. Q3 SUV: 209 km/h.