VW Golf GTI vs BMW 325ti Compact
| Category | VW Golf GTI (Mk IV) | BMW 325ti Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 1.8 l R4 | 2.5 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 180 / 178 | 192 / 189 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 235 / 173 | 245 / 181 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1213 / 2674 | 1380 / 3042 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 148 / 146 | 139 / 137 |
Lap Times
| Track | VW Golf GTI (Mk IV) | BMW 325ti Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:22.90 | 1:21.90 |
Performance
| Category | VW Golf GTI (Mk IV) | BMW 325ti Compact |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 7.9 s | 7.1 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 35.4 s | 31.5 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 27.5 s | 24.4 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 7.3 s | 6.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 18.1 s | 16.4 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 11.1 s @ 77.0 mph | 10.7 s @ 80.2 mph |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 26.8 s @ 115.0 mph | 25.7 s @ 116.8 mph |
| Top speed | 223 kph (139 mph) | 235 kph (146 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.40 g (4 m/s²) | 0.45 g (4 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | VW Golf GTI (Mk IV) | BMW 325ti Compact |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 96 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 77 | 100 |
| Overall | 89 | 100 |
Verdict
325ti Compact is the fastest by considerable margin.
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