The Golf mit DSG should be compared with the Renault Trophy and the German car is way faster in track and speed lines.
Renault Megane RS vs VW Golf R
Category | Renault Megane RS | VW Golf R (Mk VI) |
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Max power (ps / bhp) | 250 / 247 | 271 / 267 |
Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 340 / 251 | 350 / 258 |
Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1406 / 3100 | 1505 / 3318 |
Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 178 / 175 | 180 / 177 |
Average price | €32,000 | €41,000 |
Lap Times
Acceleration
Speed & distance | Renault Megane RS | VW Golf R (Mk VI) |
---|---|---|
0 - 40 kph | 2.1 s | 1.4 s |
0 - 50 kph | 2.6 s | 2.0 s |
0 - 60 kph | 3.3 s | 2.8 s |
0 - 80 kph | 4.5 s | 4.1 s |
0 - 100 kph | 5.9 s | 5.2 s |
0 - 120 kph | 8.2 s | 7.9 s |
0 - 140 kph | 11.0 s | 10.9 s |
0 - 160 kph | 14.0 s | 13.7 s |
0 - 180 kph | 18.5 s | 18.6 s |
0 - 200 kph | 22.0 s | 22.7 s |
1000 m | 25.9 s | 26.2 s |
0 - 100 mph | 13.3 s | 12.5 s |
Est. 1/8 mile | 10.1 s @ 85.1 mph | 9.9 s @ 86.4 mph |
1/4 mile | 14.2 s | 13.5 s |
Rolling acceleration
Speed | Renault Megane RS | VW Golf R (Mk VI) |
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80 - 120 kph (4) | 4.7 s | 4.4 s |
80 - 120 kph (5) | 6.5 s | 5.7 s |
80 - 120 kph (6) | 8.9 s | 7.6 s |
80 - 160 kph (4) | 10.3 s | 9.9 s |
80 - 160 kph (5) | 13.8 s | 12.5 s |
80 - 160 kph (6) | 18.0 s | 16.3 s |
Est. 100 - 140 kph | 5.0 s | 5.3 s |
Est. 100 - 200 kph | 16.5 s | 18.1 s |
General performance
Category | Renault Megane RS | VW Golf R (Mk VI) |
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Top speed | 245 kph (152 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
Est. 0 - 100 mph - 0 | 22.1 s @ 1909 ft | 22.7 s @ 2011 ft |
Est. max acceleration | 0.50 g (5 m/s²) | 0.54 g (5 m/s²) |
18m slalom | 69.5 kph (43.2 mph) | 68.9 kph (42.8 mph) |
36m slalom | 132.0 kph (82.0 mph) | 131.0 kph (81.4 mph) |
Fuel economy | 9.3 l/100 km (25 mpg US / 30 UK) | 10.1 l/100 km (23 mpg US / 28 UK) |
Downforce @ 200 kph | -35 kg (-77 lbs) | -38 kg (-84 lbs) |
100 kph - 0 | 35 m (115 ft) | 36 m (119 ft) |
200 kph - 0 | 142 m (465 ft) | 142 m (468 ft) |
Summary
Category | Renault Megane RS | VW Golf R (Mk VI) |
---|---|---|
Track Performance | 100 | 98 |
Straight line speed | 93 | 100 |
Overall | 99 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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Acceleration graph
T4Z 13y ago
Wrong reasonning,comparing the PERFORMANCE of cars is not about trim level or even price tag as much as it is of car type and power delivery. Technically the GTI is rated only at 211hp and 280Nm, whereas the RS is rated at 250hp and 340Nm, very close to the R rated at 267hp, 350Nm
Nick Harry 14y ago
The prices asked for Golf R's means that Honda Type R Mugens and Renault Trophys should be their comparable cars and both the latter would dominate track results. Just need some drivers to try the tracks!! 265 Trophy has already claimed Nurburgring at £4K less than Golf.
Nick Harry 14y ago
Don't understand. Of the 7 tracks shown, the RS wins 4 times. Even in straight line it wins to 200kph. And then there's the looks. And most of all value for money. I've just purchased a Cup , brand new WITH SAT NAV and free servicing for 7 grand LESS than a 2010 Golf R.
Dylan 15y ago
I call BS on comparing the RS Mk III to the Golf R since the RS Mk III is equivalent to the GTI and is the entry level RS. Comparing apples for apples would be comparing the Renault RS cup or Trophy with the Golf R.
James 15y ago
Verdict \"Renault Megane RS Mk III is noticeably faster.\"
How so? it just depends on the track doesn\'t it? Hockenheim Short similar pace, but at Inta it is 1 second faster. But basically the same track distance.
But all the off the line speed times the Golf is faster.
William 15y ago
Better times as it handles a mile better. Carries better speed into and out of corners...
EM 15y ago
The Golf R is faster to 100, to 160, to 200, AND has a better top speed, yet the RS250 has got better times...lousy driving?
Both great cars IMO