Think only sports cars can match a Porsche 718? Think again. Some Japanese and American sedans pack enough punch to keep up, blending speed with everyday practicality. Be it a turbocharged beast or a V8 powerhouse, these four-door warriors prove you don’t need a coupe for thrilling acceleration.

Dodge Charger Hellcat

Press the gas, and the Charger Hellcat erupts like a thunderstorm. With 707 horsepower from a supercharged 6.2L V8, this muscle sedan launches from 0-60 mph in just over 3.5 seconds. It’s big, loud, and brutally fast enough to make a Porsche driver do a double-take at the stoplight.

Tesla Model S Plaid

No growling engine, no revving drama—just instant acceleration. The Tesla Model S Plaid surges from 0-60 mph in as little as 2.1 seconds under real-world conditions. Three electric motors deliver 1,020 horsepower, turning this futuristic sedan into a silent predator that leaves the Porsche 718 trailing behind.

Infiniti Q50 Red Sport 400

Don’t overlook Infiniti’s sleeper sedan. A twin-turbocharged 3.0L V6 delivers 400 horsepower, pushing the Q50 Red Sport 400 to 60 mph in just 4.5 seconds. Smooth yet aggressive, this Japanese contender mixes luxury with high-speed capability, making it a serious threat to the Porsche 718.

Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing

Luxury and raw power collide in the CT5-V Blackwing. It has a supercharged 6.2L V8 that pushes 668 horsepower through the rear wheels, hurling this sedan to 60 mph in a mere 3.6 seconds. Its track-ready performance and blistering straight-line speed make it a true contender, not just following Porsches but hunting them.

Nissan GT-R Sedan Conversion

Technically, Nissan doesn’t make a GT-R sedan. But tuners and specialty builders have created four-door versions of this AWD monster. With a twin-turbo V6 pushing over 560 horsepower, this Frankenstein Nissan rips through corners and launches like a jet, which makes it an unexpected 718 rival.

Chevrolet SS

Don’t let the tame looks fool you; the Chevy SS is a muscle car in disguise. Borrowing a 6.2L V8 from the Corvette, it churns out 415 horsepower and blasts to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds. Rear-wheel drive, a manual option, and a sleeper profile make it a menace on open roads.

Lexus IS 500 F Sport

The IS 500 F Sport abandons turbocharging in favor of a 5.0L V8, delivering 472 horsepower and a powerful exhaust note. It hits 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, going toe-to-toe with the Porsche 718, all while providing an elegant interior and the legendary reliability of Lexus.

Subaru WRX STI

All-wheel drive grip meets rally-bred aggression. The WRX STI’s turbocharged flat-four punches out 310 horsepower, but its real magic lies in razor-sharp handling. Through tight turns and mountain roads, this sedan can stay glued to a Porsche’s bumper, especially when the weather turns nasty.

Acura TLX Type S

Acura injects some serious heat into the TLX with a turbocharged 3.0L V6, good for 355 horsepower. Precision all-wheel drive keeps it composed, while a 4.9-second sprint to 60 mph proves it’s got serious pace. It’s the refined, tech-loaded underdog that punches above its weight.

Dodge Charger Scat Pack

A 6.4L HEMI V8 with 485 horsepower gives the Charger Scat Pack its signature growl. This rear-wheel-drive brute launches from 0-60 mph in 4.3-4.5 seconds, putting up a strong fight in straight-line speed. The Porsche 718 dominates in corners, but the Scat Pack delivers raw muscle and American-style performance thrills.