Which is faster?

The Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 is faster — 24.3s quicker on average across 3 shared tracks.

Specifications

Specifications	Volkswagen Golf GTI Mk7 Golf GTI Mk7	Mazda Mazda3 Hatchback BP Mazda3 Hatchback BP
Model Years	2015-2021	2015-2023
horsepower	220	186
torque (N_M)	350	252
weight (KG)	1,373	1,398
Power to Weight	0.16	0.13
Rank	#302	-
Tire	220 PILOT SPORT 3 225/40/18	440 TURANZA EL440 215/45/18
engine Description	2.0L turbo I4 (EA888)	2.5L NA I4 (Skyactiv)
drive Type	FWD	FWD
wheelbase (MM)	3317	2725
width (MM)	1791	1796
length (MM)	4267	4460
height (MM)	1443	1440
0 - 60 MPH	6 SECs	6.9 SECs
top Speed (KPH)	249	211
price MSRP	$ 31,200	$ 24,645
Current Value	$ 17,500	$ 15,000
OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES	+3.8s	+15.88s