CT5-V vs Golf R

Cadillac · Volkswagen

1/4 Mile winner

CT5-V

Beats the Golf R by 0.00s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the CT5-V beats the Golf R by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the CT5-V thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

360 hp

315 hp

0–100 km/h

4.6s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Gasoline

2.0L Turbo I4

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

550 Nm

420 Nm

Price

$50,995

$44,640

Simulated race times

Distance

CT5-V

Golf R

100 m

5.621s

1/8 mile

8.328s

1/4 mile

12.562s

1 km

22.679s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Golf R is $44,640 vs $50,995 for the CT5-V — a $6,355 gap. Power: CT5-V makes 45 hp more (360 vs 315).

FAQ

Which is faster, the CT5-V or the Golf R?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the CT5-V is faster, beating the Golf R by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the CT5-V vs the Golf R?

The CT5-V hits 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while the Golf R does it in 4.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The CT5-V produces 360 hp; the Golf R produces 315 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The CT5-V tops out at 250 km/h, and the Golf R reaches 250 km/h.

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