The Honda Civic Type R and the new Volkswagen Golf R have very similar engines. Both are turbocharged and move 2.0 liters. Both produce just over 300 horsepower. But, as you probably already know, the engine specs are only part of the story.
The Golf R is a clear favorite here, despite similar power outputs. While the Civic is content with a manual idling and front-wheel drive transmission, the Golf is packing a dual-clutch transmission with an advanced launch control system. It also sends power to the four wheels, which means that there is twice as much traction outside the line.
In a head-to-head fight made by the Carwow channel on YouTube, Golf does the Type R’s quick work off the line and leaves it to the dust, crossing the finish line ahead for several lengths of car. Only when the Golf R gives the Type R a big advantage, does the arrival get a little closer.
Of course, just because the Civic is slower in a straight line does not mean that it is a bad car. In fact, it is one of the best front-wheel drive cars on sale at the moment. We still have to try the new Golf R, but if it’s as good to drive around corners as it is on a runway, we’re looking forward to it.
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