VW Golf GTI vs Seat Leon Cupra R
| Category | VW Golf GTI (Mk V) | Seat Leon Cupra R |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 1.8 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 200 / 197 | 224 / 221 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 280 / 207 | 280 / 207 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1404 / 3095 | 1320 / 2910 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 142 / 141 | 170 / 168 |
Lap Times
| Track | VW Golf GTI (Mk V) | Seat Leon Cupra R |
|---|---|---|
| Autozeitung test track | 1:47.70 | 1:49.30 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:19.60 | 1:20.00 |
| Serres Racing Circuit | 1:39.70 | 1:39.35 |
| Bedford Autodrome West Circuit (2004 - 06/2008) | 1:41.00 | 1:33.55 |
Performance
| Category | VW Golf GTI (Mk V) | Seat Leon Cupra R |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.8 s | 6.9 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 32.2 s | 28.1 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 25.8 s | 21.2 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 16.1 s | 15.8 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.8 s @ 78.9 mph | 10.5 s @ 81.4 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.5 s @ 95.0 mph | 14.8 s |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 26.1 s @ 116.2 mph | 24.8 s @ 119.3 mph |
| Top speed | 235 kph (146 mph) | 245 kph (152 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.44 g (4 m/s²) | 0.46 g (4 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | VW Golf GTI (Mk V) | Seat Leon Cupra R |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 378 | 394 |
| Straight line speed | 770 | 890 |
| Total | 1148 | 1284 |
Verdict
Leon Cupra R is the fastest by a small margin.
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