Taikan returned!

Taikan was hospitalized at the dealership because it could no longer be recharged.has returned. It took about 3 weeks of hospitalization (it took a long time for the parts to arrive from the home country), but they are finally back in my hands.

I drove a Tesla Model 3 almost exclusively for the three weeks I was without Taikan, and the Model 3 was still comfortable and stress-free.

It runs great and is easy to ride.With the Model 3, I may not need the Taikan...But when I drive on the freeway, I miss the driving of the Taikan, and I think to myself, "I'm not going to miss the Taikan.I can't wait for Taikan to come back...I can't wait to see what happens...

I spent three weeks like that.

And now that the Taikan has returned to our home, I have driven it for the first time in a long time, even though it is the same electric car,I realized again that Model 3 and Taikan are completely different.So (if we are going to compare them, we should probably compare them to the Model S because of their size, etc.), I would like to write about what I felt in that area today.

Also, our Tesla Model 3 is a long range, so I am sure it would feel completely different with a performance model.

Tesla Model 3 has nothing to say!

I felt again that the Tesla Model 3 matches the Japanese environment.

1) Compact size suitable for Japanese road conditions

The Model 3 is an easy size to handle on Japan's narrow roads and parking lots. Compared to other foreign models, the compact design of the Model 3, especially in terms of width, once again makes it very suitable for driving in Japan. The "Model 3" is a very compact car that is easy to drive in Japan.If we go there, will parking be okay..."I wonder if that road is passable...Not having to worry about "what if" was quite stress-free.

(2) Excellent driving performance and latest functions

Tesla's Autopilot feature is really smart. It's just so natural and "How do you even sense a car that far ahead?The system is able to grasp the situation of vehicles in the distance, even those that are not visible to the human eye. The system also accurately detects where the cars in the vicinity are driving in the lane.

I notice immediately when the car in front of me changes lanes, and my judgment is spot on,The response and follow-up are as natural as if a human were driving.It's really amazing.

The large touch screen is also easy to handle and responsive, and frankly, once you get used to that monitor, the response of the Taikan's navigation screen controls is not smooth and stressful.

Economical running cost

Electricity costs less than gasoline. Also, the regenerative braking system is quite amazing. In a gasoline engine car, there is no such thing as gasoline recovery, but in the case of the Tesla, the charge is unexpectedly recovered on a downhill.

It's just a feeling, but I think the Tesla regenerates better than the Taikan.

They are quite useful for our house in a hilly town because they maximize energy efficiency by efficiently recovering energy on the way down and effectively using power on the way up.

(4) Comfort like a living room

The rear seats are wider than those of the Taikan.The spacious interior allows both adults and children to sit comfortably. Even long-distance drives can be spent comfortably without feeling cramped.

It also has a display in the rear seats to serve as a center of entertainment,Children in the backseat can watch YouTube, too, and are never bored on long drives.

It is also very quiet and comfortable. It is really quiet, making it the perfect environment for enjoying conversation and listening to music in the car. Also, it is so quiet and comfortable that when I get in the passenger seat of the Model 3, I fall asleep and always fall asleep these days (laughs)!

The Tesla is so quiet that when I rode in the Taikan the other day for the first time in a long time, I was like, "Huh? Was the Taikan such a motor-sounding car?I felt that the "I'm a good person.

When I switched from a 911 Carrera T to a Taikan, I was so surprised that the Taikan was so silent that I couldn't believe how loud it seemed...I think Tesla is quite quiet.

Together, these features make the Model 3 highly comfortable on long drives, keep children occupied, and reduce fatigue for adults, resulting in a more enjoyable family driving experience.

Taikan is of a different caliber!

On the other hand, when I drove the Taikan from the Tesla, I couldn't help but feel the difference in class. Even though the Tesla is so great, I felt that the precision of the Taikan was truly amazing in terms of driving.

(1) Difference in suspension

Tesla's Model 3 is also very sleek, and its luxury sets it apart from other brands of sedans. However, when you drive the Taikan, the car's density, grounding, and rigidity stand out, especially in the suspension, which surpasses the Model 3 and gives a strong sense of precision and class.

(ii) Difference in handling

The handling of the Model 3 is excellent, but the handling of the Taikan is even more precise.If Model 3 bends well in 1 mm increments, Taikan cuts in 0.1 mm increments.The "Bend" is a word that means "to turn as if it were a bend".

The fact that our Taikan has the rear axle steering option may also be significant. I was also amazed once again at how easy it is to park the car, despite its large size.

I find the Model 3 a little difficult to turn when parking (even when I steer at the angle I expect, it doesn't turn), but I think this is not a concern unless you know Porsche's rear axle steering.

However, I thought the difference was obvious when compared.

(iii) Differences in driving on highways

The Model 3 on the highway is also very stable and does not feel insecure. It is not scary at all, even when turning at any angle. However, it does seem to float a bit, perhaps due to the lack of downforce.I prefer a more grounded, bushier ride,When the driver steps on the accelerator pedal, the Taikan's sinking, grinding acceleration and high stability are appealing.

(4) Gasoline engine vehicle characteristics

Although the Taikan is unmistakably an electric car, its presentation feels similar to that of a gasoline engine car. Especially when equipped with the Sport Electric Sound, the sound and acceleration of its motor,It feels like driving a car with an NA engine.

Without knowing the Model 3, the Taikan might seem like a cyborg, but the comparison reveals that it is a car that more closely resembles a human sensation.

And in general, the Taikan is still a sports car, and its precision and sporty feel are outstanding.

If you are driving around town, the Model 3 is by far the easiest and most comfortable to drive, but if you are looking for a sharp and exciting ride, maybe the Taikan.

I would like to test drive the Model 3 performance model next time, though.