Polo GTI vs CT5
Volkswagen · Cadillac
1/4 Mile winner
CT5
Beats the Polo GTI by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the CT5 beats the Polo GTI by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the CT5 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
204 hp
237 hp
0–100 km/h
6.7s
6.6s
Top speed
238 km/h
240 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
2.0L Turbo Inline-4 Gasoline
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
320 Nm
350 Nm
Price
$28,000
$38,195
Simulated race times
Distance
Polo GTI
CT5
100 m
6.647s
6.605s
1/8 mile
9.790s
9.727s
1/4 mile
14.636s
14.540s
1 km
25.927s
25.750s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Polo GTI is $28,000 vs $38,195 for the CT5 — a $10,195 gap. Power: CT5 makes 33 hp more (204 vs 237). 0–100 km/h: CT5 is 0.10s quicker (6.7s vs 6.6s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Polo GTI or the CT5?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the CT5 is faster, beating the Polo GTI by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Polo GTI vs the CT5?
The Polo GTI hits 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds, while the CT5 does it in 6.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Polo GTI produces 204 hp; the CT5 produces 237 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Polo GTI tops out at 238 km/h, and the CT5 reaches 240 km/h.
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