The super-SUV segment enjoys more traction than ever these days and while other performance segments have already welcomed plenty of electrified models, the Tesla Model X P100D and the just-around-the-corner Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid are the only big names on this scene. Then again, if we are to talk about the Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT Trackhawk, this is as old-school as such machines get.
So, what would happen if somebody decided to throw the Trackhawk at the Model X P100D in a drag race? Well, these high-riders can hit 60 mph in the time it takes to pronounced their full names, so it's obvious that sparks will fly.
Then again, we're not here to dicuss this on a theoretical level. Instead, I've brought along a piece of footage that shows such a straight-line battle.
The adventure before us comes from Russia, with the DSC Off YouTube show having drag raced the two.
Note that the proving ground that hosted the fight is about 70 km away from Moscow, so the Tesla was taken to the location on a platform, with this ensuring its 100 percent state of charge allows the car to deliver maximum performance.
While the Jeep is a tad lighter, both machines tip the scales in the 2.5-ton range, so they're extremely close. And we can say the same about the motivation, since the Tesla packs 762 hp, while the Jeep comes with 707 ponies.
Now, if you happen to be in a rush and wish to skip straight to the sprinting action, you should know there's a standing start stunt waiting for you at the 7:06 point of the clip. As for the rolling start shenanigan that followed (did you expect any less?), this can be found at the 9:06 point. So yes, now would be a good time to place that bet.
In his quest to bring you the most impressive automotive creations, Andrei relies on learning as a superpower. There's quite a bit of room in the garage that is this aficionado's heart, so factory-condition classics and widebody contraptions with turbos poking through the hood can peacefully coexist. Full profile
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