Golf R vs CT5-V

Volkswagen · Cadillac

1/4 Mile winner

Golf R

Beats the CT5-V by 0.00s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R beats the CT5-V by a hair, finishing 0.00 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf R thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

315 hp

360 hp

0–100 km/h

4.6s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

2.0L Turbo I4

3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 Gasoline

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

420 Nm

550 Nm

Price

$44,640

$50,995

Simulated race times

Distance

Golf R

CT5-V

100 m

5.621s

1/8 mile

8.328s

1/4 mile

12.562s

1 km

22.679s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Golf R is $44,640 vs $50,995 for the CT5-V — a $6,355 gap. Power: CT5-V makes 45 hp more (315 vs 360).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Golf R or the CT5-V?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R is faster, beating the CT5-V by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf R vs the CT5-V?

The Golf R hits 100 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while the CT5-V does it in 4.6 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Golf R produces 315 hp; the CT5-V produces 360 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Golf R tops out at 250 km/h, and the CT5-V reaches 250 km/h.

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