Golf Sportsvan vs X-Type
Volkswagen · Jaguar
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf Sportsvan beats the X-Type by a hair, finishing 0.06 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf Sportsvan thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf Sportsvan is $30,000 vs $40,000 for the X-Type — a $10,000 gap. Power: X-Type makes 20 hp more (140 vs 160). Top speed: X-Type runs to 215 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Golf Sportsvan.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf Sportsvan or the X-Type?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf Sportsvan is faster, beating the X-Type by 0.06 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf Sportsvan vs the X-Type?
The Golf Sportsvan hits 100 km/h in 8.9 seconds, while the X-Type does it in 9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf Sportsvan produces 140 hp; the X-Type produces 160 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf Sportsvan tops out at 210 km/h, and the X-Type reaches 215 km/h.
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