308 GTI vs Golf R Cabriolet
Peugeot · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Golf R Cabriolet
Beats the 308 GTI by 0.09s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R Cabriolet beats the 308 GTI by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf R Cabriolet thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
270 hp
265 hp
0–100 km/h
6s
5.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
Inline-4
2.0L I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
330 Nm
380 Nm
Price
$35,000
$45,000
Simulated race times
Distance
308 GTI
Golf R Cabriolet
100 m
6.338s
6.290s
1/8 mile
9.334s
9.267s
1/4 mile
13.954s
13.860s
1 km
24.713s
24.574s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 308 GTI is $35,000 vs $45,000 for the Golf R Cabriolet — a $10,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 308 GTI or the Golf R Cabriolet?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R Cabriolet is faster, beating the 308 GTI by 0.09 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 308 GTI vs the Golf R Cabriolet?
The 308 GTI hits 100 km/h in 6 seconds, while the Golf R Cabriolet does it in 5.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 308 GTI produces 270 hp; the Golf R Cabriolet produces 265 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 308 GTI tops out at 250 km/h, and the Golf R Cabriolet reaches 250 km/h.
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