Mini Cooper JCW vs VW Golf GTI Performance
| Category | Mini Cooper JCW | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 2.0 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 234 / 231 | 245 / 242 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 320 / 236 | 370 / 273 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1268 / 2795 | 1397 / 3080 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 185 / 182 | 175 / 173 |
| Average price | €36,000 | €35,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Mini Cooper JCW | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Autozeitung test track | 1:46.00 | 1:47.20 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:17.80 | 1:18.50 |
| Sachsenring | 1:44.61 | 1:43.56 |
| Contidrom (3.3 km) | 1:41.62 | 1:39.71 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Mini Cooper JCW | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 2.0 s | 2.3 s |
| 0 - 50 kph | 2.7 s | 2.6 s |
| 0 - 80 kph | 4.4 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.0 s | 6.2 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 9.0 s | 9.4 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 13.2 s | 13.8 s |
| 0 - 180 kph | 17.6 s | 17.7 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 22.9 s | 22.5 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.3 s @ 83.3 mph | 10.2 s @ 83.9 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.2 s | 14.4 s |
Rolling acceleration
| Speed | Mini Cooper JCW | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 60 - 100 kph (4) | 3.5 s | 4.9 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (5) | 5.5 s | 5.8 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (4) | 4.7 s | 5.4 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 5.5 s | 6.3 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 6.8 s | 7.6 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (4) | 10.3 s | 12.0 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (5) | 12.9 s | 14.8 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (6) | 16.2 s | 18.7 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 17.3 s | 16.3 s |
General performance
| Category | Mini Cooper JCW | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 246 kph (153 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. 0 - 100 mph - 0 | 23.0 s @ 1985 ft | 22.1 s @ 1900 ft |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.48 g (5 m/s²) | 0.49 g (5 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 68.9 kph (42.8 mph) | 70.1 kph (43.6 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 6.0 l/100 km (39 mpg US / 47 UK) | 6.6 l/100 km (36 mpg US / 43 UK) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 33 m (110 ft) | 33 m (110 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 144 m (473 ft) | 140 m (460 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Mini Cooper JCW | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 99 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 100 | 99 |
| Overall | 100 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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