Why was the S3 never available with the 3.2 V6?
VW Golf R32 vs Audi S3
| Category | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) | Audi S3 (8P) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.2 l V6 | 2.0 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 250 / 247 | 265 / 261 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 320 / 236 | 350 / 258 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1580 / 3483 | 1450 / 3197 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 158 / 156 | 183 / 180 |
Lap Times
Performance
| Category | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) | Audi S3 (8P) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.0 s | 5.5 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 25.2 s | 22.9 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 14.4 s | 12.4 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.2 s @ 83.9 mph | 9.7 s @ 87.6 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.2 s @ 98.0 mph | 13.9 s |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 24.1 s @ 121.2 mph | 22.9 s @ 124.3 mph |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.51 g (5 m/s²) | 0.57 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) | Audi S3 (8P) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 92 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 83 | 100 |
| Overall | 89 | 100 |
Verdict
S3 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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