Jetta vs 3008

Volkswagen · Peugeot

1/4 Mile winner

3008

Beats the Jetta by 0.16s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 3008 beats the Jetta comfortably, finishing 0.16 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 3008 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

189 hp

180 hp

0–100 km/h

7.7s

7.5s

Top speed

210 km/h

Engine

1.5L Turbo I4

Inline-4

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

250 Nm

400 Nm

Price

$21,995

$32,000

Simulated race times

Distance

Jetta

3008

100 m

7.016s

6.933s

1/8 mile

10.368s

10.252s

1/4 mile

15.582s

15.421s

1 km

27.908s

27.674s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Jetta is $21,995 vs $32,000 for the 3008 — a $10,005 gap. 0–100 km/h: 3008 is 0.20s quicker (7.7s vs 7.5s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Jetta or the 3008?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 3008 is faster, beating the Jetta by 0.16 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Jetta vs the 3008?

The Jetta hits 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, while the 3008 does it in 7.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Jetta produces 189 hp; the 3008 produces 180 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Jetta tops out at 210 km/h, and the 3008 reaches 210 km/h.

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