Malibu vs Golf TDI
Chevrolet · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Golf TDI
Beats the Malibu by 0.03s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf TDI beats the Malibu by a hair, finishing 0.03 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf TDI thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
160 hp
167 hp
0–100 km/h
8s
8s
Top speed
210 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo Inline-4 Gasoline
2.0L Diesel I4
Fuel
Petrol
Diesel
Torque
250 Nm
350 Nm
Price
$25,000
$28,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Malibu
Golf TDI
100 m
7.138s
7.166s
1/8 mile
10.540s
10.556s
1/4 mile
15.819s
15.785s
1 km
28.254s
27.977s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Malibu is $25,000 vs $28,000 for the Golf TDI — a $3,000 gap. Top speed: Golf TDI runs to 220 km/h, 10 km/h higher than Malibu.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Malibu or the Golf TDI?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf TDI is faster, beating the Malibu by 0.03 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Malibu vs the Golf TDI?
The Malibu hits 100 km/h in 8 seconds, while the Golf TDI does it in 8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Malibu produces 160 hp; the Golf TDI produces 167 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Malibu tops out at 210 km/h, and the Golf TDI reaches 220 km/h.
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