Golf Variant vs Scirocco 16V
Volkswagen · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Scirocco 16V
Beats the Golf Variant by 0.33s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Scirocco 16V beats the Golf Variant comfortably, finishing 0.33 seconds ahead. Off the line, the Scirocco 16V is the quicker car (0–100 in 7.1s vs 7.5s) and that early lead carries to the line.
Spec head-to-head
Power
140 hp
137 hp
0–100 km/h
7.5s
7.1s
Top speed
220 km/h
220 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo I4 / 2.0L Diesel I4
1.8L I4 Gas
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
320 Nm
230 Nm
Price
$32,000
$35,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Golf Variant
Scirocco 16V
100 m
6.959s
6.789s
1/8 mile
10.265s
10.025s
1/4 mile
15.382s
15.051s
1 km
27.384s
26.899s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf Variant is $32,000 vs $35,000 for the Scirocco 16V — a $3,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Scirocco 16V is 0.40s quicker (7.5s vs 7.1s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf Variant or the Scirocco 16V?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Scirocco 16V is faster, beating the Golf Variant by 0.33 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf Variant vs the Scirocco 16V?
The Golf Variant hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, while the Scirocco 16V does it in 7.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf Variant produces 140 hp; the Scirocco 16V produces 137 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf Variant tops out at 220 km/h, and the Scirocco 16V reaches 220 km/h.
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