Golf GTI vs C 300 4MATIC
Volkswagen · Mercedes-Benz
1/4 Mile winner
Golf GTI
Beats the C 300 4MATIC by 0.00s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf GTI beats the C 300 4MATIC by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf GTI thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
245 hp
255 hp
0–100 km/h
5.9s
5.9s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
I4
Fuel
Petrol
Mild Hybrid
Torque
350 Nm
400 Nm
Price
$31,965
$49,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Golf GTI
C 300 4MATIC
100 m
6.290s
6.290s
1/8 mile
9.267s
9.267s
1/4 mile
13.860s
13.860s
1 km
24.574s
24.574s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf GTI is $31,965 vs $49,000 for the C 300 4MATIC — a $17,035 gap. Power: C 300 4MATIC makes 10 hp more (245 vs 255).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf GTI or the C 300 4MATIC?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf GTI is faster, beating the C 300 4MATIC by 0.00 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf GTI vs the C 300 4MATIC?
The Golf GTI hits 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, while the C 300 4MATIC does it in 5.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf GTI produces 245 hp; the C 300 4MATIC produces 255 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf GTI tops out at 250 km/h, and the C 300 4MATIC reaches 250 km/h.
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