DS3 Performance vs 86
Citroen · Toyota
1/4 Mile winner
86
Beats the DS3 Performance by 0.07s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 86 beats the DS3 Performance by a hair, finishing 0.07 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 86 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
208 hp
205 hp
0–100 km/h
6.5s
6.4s
Top speed
230 km/h
226 km/h
Engine
I4 Turbo
BOXER-4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
300 Nm
205 Nm
Price
$32,000
$27,000
Simulated race times
Distance
DS3 Performance
86
100 m
6.543s
6.490s
1/8 mile
9.659s
9.593s
1/4 mile
14.492s
14.421s
1 km
25.869s
25.849s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 86 is $27,000 vs $32,000 for the DS3 Performance — a $5,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the DS3 Performance or the 86?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 86 is faster, beating the DS3 Performance by 0.07 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the DS3 Performance vs the 86?
The DS3 Performance hits 100 km/h in 6.5 seconds, while the 86 does it in 6.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The DS3 Performance produces 208 hp; the 86 produces 205 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The DS3 Performance tops out at 230 km/h, and the 86 reaches 226 km/h.
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