Hot Dog vs Taco
Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving
Which is Healthier?
Taco is generally healthier
Taco comes out ahead in this comparison, winning in 4 out of 5 key nutritional categories. It has fewer calories (155 vs 290), more fiber (2g vs 0g), less sugar (1g vs 3g), less sodium (304mg vs 1100mg)making it the better choice for most health goals.
Quick Summary
Fewer Calories
Taco
155 kcal
More Protein
Hot Dog
13g
More Fiber
Taco
2g
Less Sugar
Taco
1g
Visual Comparison
Caloriesper 100g
Hot Dog
290
Taco
155
Proteinper 100g
Hot Dog
13g
Taco
8g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Hot Dog
22g
Taco
13g
Fatper 100g
Hot Dog
17g
Taco
8g
Side-by-Side Nutrition Table
Serving Size Comparison
All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:
Hot Dog
Per 100g:290 calories
Per cup (150g):435 calories
Per serving (85g):247 calories
Taco
Per 100g:155 calories
Per cup (150g):233 calories
Per serving (85g):132 calories
Diet Compatibility
Hot Dog
No specific diet tags
Taco
No specific diet tags
When to Choose Hot Dog
- ✓Higher in protein (13g vs 8g)
Common Uses
Quick mealsDining outSocial eatingConvenience
When to Choose Taco
- ✓Lower in calories (155 vs 290)
- ✓More fiber (2g vs 0g)
- ✓Lower in carbs (13g vs 22g)
- ✓Less sugar (1g vs 3g)
- ✓Lower sodium (304mg vs 1100mg)
Common Uses
Quick mealsDining outSocial eatingConvenience