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DS3 Performance vs Clio RS Trophy

Citroen · Renault

1/4 Mile winner
DS3 Performance
Beats the Clio RS Trophy by 0.07s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the DS3 Performance beats the Clio RS Trophy by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the DS3 Performance thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
208 hp
217 hp
0–100 km/h
6.5s
6.6s
Top speed
230 km/h
235 km/h
Engine
I4 Turbo
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
300 Nm
280 Nm
Price
$32,000
$32,000

Simulated race times

Distance
DS3 Performance
Clio RS Trophy
100 m
6.543s
6.597s
1/8 mile
9.659s
9.725s
1/4 mile
14.492s
14.560s
1 km
25.869s
25.870s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Clio RS Trophy is $32,000 vs $32,000 for the DS3 Performance — a $0 gap. Top speed: Clio RS Trophy runs to 235 km/h, 5 km/h higher than DS3 Performance.

FAQ

Which is faster, the DS3 Performance or the Clio RS Trophy?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the DS3 Performance is faster, beating the Clio RS Trophy by 0.07 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the DS3 Performance vs the Clio RS Trophy?

The DS3 Performance hits 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, while the Clio RS Trophy does it in 6.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The DS3 Performance produces 208 hp; the Clio RS Trophy produces 217 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The DS3 Performance tops out at 230 km/h, and the Clio RS Trophy reaches 235 km/h.

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