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Renault Clio 182 vs VW Golf R32
| Category | Renault Clio 182 | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 3.2 l V6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 182 / 180 | 250 / 247 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 200 / 148 | 320 / 236 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1123 / 2476 | 1580 / 3483 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 162 / 160 | 158 / 156 |
| Average price | €23,000 | €33,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Renault Clio 182 | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) |
|---|---|---|
| Top Gear Track | 1:33.80 | 1:30.40 |
| Bedford Autodrome West Circuit (2004 - 06/2008) | 1:36.30 | 1:32.55 |
| Autozeitung test track | 1:49.20 | 1:47.80 |
| Oschersleben | 1:57.40 | 1:52.14 |
| Jarama | 1:59.50 | 1:59.49 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:21.30 | 1:19.30 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Renault Clio 182 | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 2.3 s | 1.5 s |
| 0 - 60 kph | 3.4 s | 2.9 s |
| 0 - 80 kph | 5.1 s | 4.2 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 7.0 s | 6.0 s |
| 0 - 120 kph | 9.7 s | 8.6 s |
| 0 - 140 kph | 12.9 s | 12.1 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 17.6 s | 14.4 s |
| 0 - 180 kph | 23.6 s | 22.1 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 31.0 s | 25.2 s |
| 60 - 100 kph | 3.6 s | 3.4 s |
| 80 - 120 kph | 4.6 s | 4.4 s |
| Est. 100 - 140 kph | 6.0 s | 6.0 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 6.6 s | 5.4 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 17.0 s | 14.4 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.7 s @ 80.2 mph | 10.2 s @ 83.9 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 15.5 s | 14.2 s @ 98.0 mph |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 25.6 s @ 117.4 mph | 24.1 s @ 121.2 mph |
General performance
| Category | Renault Clio 182 | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 224 kph (139 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.45 g (4 m/s²) | 0.51 g (5 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 62.6 kph (38.9 mph) | 61.9 kph (38.5 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 9.7 l/100 km (24 mpg US / 29 UK) | 10.1 l/100 km (23 mpg US / 28 UK) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 36 m (118 ft) | 36 m (118 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Renault Clio 182 | VW Golf R32 (Mk V) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 92 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 70 | 100 |
| Overall | 84 | 100 |
Verdict
Golf R32 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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