Peugeot 208 GTI vs VW Golf GTI Performance
| Category | Peugeot 208 GTI | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 1.6 l R4 | 2.0 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 200 / 197 | 230 / 227 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 275 / 203 | 350 / 258 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1189 / 2621 | 1402 / 3091 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 168 / 166 | 164 / 162 |
| Average price | €24,000 | €33,000 |
Lap Times
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Peugeot 208 GTI | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 40 kph | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
| 0 - 50 kph | 2.6 s | 2.6 s |
| 0 - 60 kph | 3.5 s | 3.3 s |
| 0 - 80 kph | 4.9 s | 4.6 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.6 s | 6.0 s |
| 0 - 120 kph | 9.2 s | 8.2 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 10.6 s | 9.2 s |
| 0 - 140 kph | 12.3 s | 10.9 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 16.8 s | 13.5 s |
| 0 - 180 kph | 21.5 s | 17.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 29.9 s | 23.1 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.5 s @ 81.4 mph | 10.2 s @ 83.9 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 14.9 s | 14.4 s |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 25.7 s @ 116.8 mph | 23.6 s @ 123.7 mph |
Rolling acceleration
| Speed | Peugeot 208 GTI | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| 60 - 100 kph (4) | 5.3 s | 4.6 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (5) | 7.2 s | 5.8 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 7.2 s | 6.0 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 8.9 s | 7.1 s |
| Est. 100 - 140 kph | 5.9 s | 4.8 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 26.2 s | 17.5 s |
General performance
| Category | Peugeot 208 GTI | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 230 kph (143 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.48 g (5 m/s²) | 0.49 g (5 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 69.2 kph (43.0 mph) | 69.5 kph (43.2 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 5.6 l/100 km (42 mpg US / 50 UK) | 6.1 l/100 km (39 mpg US / 46 UK) |
| 100 kph - 0 | 37 m (120 ft) | 34 m (110 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Peugeot 208 GTI | Golf GTI Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 92 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 69 | 100 |
| Overall | 83 | 100 |
Verdict
Golf GTI Performance is the fastest by considerable margin.
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