Golf R32 vs XE SE
Volkswagen · Jaguar
1/4 Mile winner
Golf R32
Beats the XE SE by 0.04s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R32 beats the XE SE by a hair, finishing 0.04 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf R32 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
240 hp
250 hp
0–100 km/h
6.2s
6.2s
Top speed
250 km/h
240 km/h
Engine
3.2L VR6
I4 Petrol
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
320 Nm
365 Nm
Price
$40,000
$50,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Golf R32
XE SE
100 m
6.434s
6.420s
1/8 mile
9.469s
9.467s
1/4 mile
14.140s
14.180s
1 km
24.988s
25.219s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf R32 is $40,000 vs $50,000 for the XE SE — a $10,000 gap. Power: XE SE makes 10 hp more (240 vs 250). Top speed: Golf R32 runs to 250 km/h, 10 km/h higher than XE SE.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf R32 or the XE SE?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R32 is faster, beating the XE SE by 0.04 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf R32 vs the XE SE?
The Golf R32 hits 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds, while the XE SE does it in 6.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf R32 produces 240 hp; the XE SE produces 250 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf R32 tops out at 250 km/h, and the XE SE reaches 240 km/h.
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