Golf vs Passat B8
Volkswagen · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Golf
Beats the Passat B8 by 0.15s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf beats the Passat B8 comfortably, finishing 0.15 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
215 hp
215 hp
0–100 km/h
8.5s
8.7s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo I4 / Electric
1.5L I4 Turbo / 2.0L Diesel
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$23,000
$28,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Golf
Passat B8
100 m
7.337s
7.415s
1/8 mile
10.819s
10.928s
1/4 mile
16.205s
16.357s
1 km
28.820s
29.044s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf is $23,000 vs $28,000 for the Passat B8 — a $5,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Golf is 0.20s quicker (8.5s vs 8.7s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Golf or the Passat B8?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf is faster, beating the Passat B8 by 0.15 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf vs the Passat B8?
The Golf hits 100 km/h in 8.5 seconds, while the Passat B8 does it in 8.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Golf produces 215 hp; the Passat B8 produces 215 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Golf tops out at 210 km/h, and the Passat B8 reaches 210 km/h.
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