Scirocco R vs Arteon 280 TSI
Volkswagen · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Scirocco R
Beats the Arteon 280 TSI by 0.10s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Scirocco R beats the Arteon 280 TSI by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Scirocco R thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
280 hp
280 hp
0–100 km/h
5.5s
5.6s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
2.0L Turbo I4
2.0L I4 Turbo
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
350 Nm
350 Nm
Price
$40,000
$50,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Scirocco R
Arteon 280 TSI
100 m
6.093s
6.143s
1/8 mile
8.989s
9.060s
1/4 mile
13.476s
13.573s
1 km
24.009s
24.152s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Scirocco R is $40,000 vs $50,000 for the Arteon 280 TSI — a $10,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Scirocco R or the Arteon 280 TSI?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Scirocco R is faster, beating the Arteon 280 TSI by 0.10 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Scirocco R vs the Arteon 280 TSI?
The Scirocco R hits 100 km/h in 5.5 seconds, while the Arteon 280 TSI does it in 5.6 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Scirocco R produces 280 hp; the Arteon 280 TSI produces 280 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Scirocco R tops out at 250 km/h, and the Arteon 280 TSI reaches 250 km/h.
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