VW Golf R vs Subaru WRX STI
| Category | Subaru WRX STI | VW Golf R (Mk VII) |
|---|---|---|
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 309 / 305 | 300 / 296 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 393 / 290 | 380 / 280 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1530 / 3373 | 1482 / 3267 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 202 / 199 | 202 / 200 |
| Average price | €44,000 | €43,000 |
Lap Times
| Track | Subaru WRX STI | VW Golf R (Mk VII) |
|---|---|---|
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:28.00 | 8:14.00 |
| Anglesey Coastal | 1:28.06 | 1:29.35 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:16.50 | 1:14.50 |
| Ring Knutstrop (Conf 2) | 1:15.40 | 1:15.30 |
| Franciacorta | 1:29.16 | 1:27.72 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Subaru WRX STI | VW Golf R (Mk VII) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 1.3 s | 1.3 s |
| 0 - 50 kph | 1.9 s | 1.7 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.2 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 8.8 s | 7.3 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 13.1 s | 10.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 22.1 s | 18.0 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.6 s | 5.2 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 11.7 s | 11.2 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.7 s @ 88.2 mph | 9.5 s @ 90.1 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.1 s @ 104.4 mph | 12.9 s |
Rolling acceleration
| Speed | Subaru WRX STI | VW Golf R (Mk VII) |
|---|---|---|
| 60 - 100 kph (5) | 7.4 s | 5.7 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (4) | 4.4 s | 4.3 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 6.4 s | 5.4 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 9.2 s | 6.8 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (4) | 9.7 s | 9.2 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (5) | 13.3 s | 12.2 s |
| 80 - 160 kph (6) | 19.9 s | 15.5 s |
General performance
| Category | Subaru WRX STI | VW Golf R (Mk VII) |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 255 kph (158 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| 18m slalom | 68.4 kph (42.5 mph) | 70.3 kph (43.7 mph) |
| 36m slalom | 134.0 kph (83.3 mph) | 134.0 kph (83.3 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 9.2 l/100 km (26 mpg US / 31 UK) | 7.5 l/100 km (31 mpg US / 38 UK) |
| Downforce @ 200 kph | -50 kg (-110 lbs) | -46 kg (-101 lbs) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 33 m (109 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 146 m (480 ft) | 126 m (414 ft) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 33 m (108 ft) | 32 m (105 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Subaru WRX STI | VW Golf R (Mk VII) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 97 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 84 | 100 |
| Overall | 92 | 100 |
Verdict
Golf R is the fastest by considerable margin.
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