Which is faster?

The Volkswagen Golf R Mk8 is faster — 3.5s quicker on average across 3 shared tracks.

Specifications

Specifications	Ford Focus Rs Mk2 Focus Rs Mk2	Volkswagen Golf R Mk8 Golf R Mk8
Model Years	2009-2017	2020-2024
horsepower	300	315
torque (N_M)	439	400
forced Induction	Yes	Yes
weight (KG)	1,464	1,579
Power to Weight	0.2	0.2
Rank	-	#184
Tire	300 PILOT SUPER SPORT 235/35/19	300 POTENZA SPORT 235/35/19
engine Description	In-line 5-cyl, 2521cc, turbo	turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four-cylinder
gearbox	SIX-SPEED MANUAL	7-SPEED AUTOMATIC
drive Type	FWD	AWD
wheelbase (MM)	2640	2629
width (MM)	1842	1788
length (MM)	4402	4290
height (MM)	1497	1466
0 - 60 MPH	4.7 SECs	4.7 SECs
top Speed (KPH)	266	249
price MSRP	27,575 €	$ 45,985
Current Value	€ 22,695	$ 45,000
OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES	+3.41s	+1.89s