WRX tS vs Scirocco R
Subaru · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
WRX tS
Beats the Scirocco R by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the WRX tS beats the Scirocco R by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the WRX tS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
271 hp
280 hp
0–100 km/h
5.4s
5.5s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
H4 Turbo
2.0L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
350 Nm
350 Nm
Price
$46,000
$40,000
Simulated race times
Distance
WRX tS
Scirocco R
100 m
6.042s
6.093s
1/8 mile
8.919s
8.989s
1/4 mile
13.378s
13.476s
1 km
23.865s
24.009s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Scirocco R is $40,000 vs $46,000 for the WRX tS — a $6,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the WRX tS or the Scirocco R?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the WRX tS is faster, beating the Scirocco R by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the WRX tS vs the Scirocco R?
The WRX tS hits 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds, while the Scirocco R does it in 5.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The WRX tS produces 271 hp; the Scirocco R produces 280 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The WRX tS tops out at 250 km/h, and the Scirocco R reaches 250 km/h.
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