The stinger actually does a 12.7 1/4 in the rwd model on roads WITHOUT rollout. So its over 1.1 seconds faster in the 1/4 lol. TLX is embarrassing in comparison. Also the brakes for the 3.11 lap were really bad (see genesis g70 laptime)
Kia Stinger GT vs Acura TLX Type S
| Category | Acura TLX Type S | Kia Stinger GT |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.0 l V6 | 3.3 l V6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 360 / 355 | 370 / 365 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 480 / 354 | 510 / 376 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1906 / 4202 | 1850 / 4079 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 189 / 186 | 200 / 197 |
Lap Times
| Track | Acura TLX Type S | Kia Stinger GT |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia International Raceway Grand East Course (post 01/2014) | 3:06.70 | 3:11.60 |
| Motortrend Figure-8 | 0:25.00 | 0:24.80 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | Acura TLX Type S | Kia Stinger GT |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 30 mph | 1.8 s | 1.7 s |
| 0 - 40 mph | 2.6 s | 2.6 s |
| 0 - 50 mph | 3.8 s | 3.5 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.9 s | 4.4 s |
| 0 - 70 mph | 6.7 s | 6.1 s |
| 0 - 80 mph | 8.4 s | 7.5 s |
| 0 - 90 mph | 10.6 s | 9.5 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 12.6 s | 10.6 s |
| 0 - 130 mph | 24.2 s | 19.9 s |
| 1/4 mile | 13.6 s @ 103.0 mph | 12.9 s @ 111.0 mph |
General performance
| Category | Acura TLX Type S | Kia Stinger GT |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 249 kph (155 mph) | 271 kph (168 mph) |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.97 g (10 m/s²) | 0.94 g (9 m/s²) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 34 m (110 ft) | 32 m (104 ft) |
| 70 mph - 0 | 50 m (165 ft) | 48 m (156 ft) |
Summary
| Category | Acura TLX Type S | Kia Stinger GT |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 198 | 193 |
| Straight line speed | 1227 | 1591 |
| Total | 1424 | 1784 |
Verdict
Stinger GT is the fastest by considerable margin.
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