Real world performance difference between Polo GTI and Golf GTI

[Dutch77]

4WD/AWD is a different story all together

FWD Polo/Golf won't benefit from power increases to the same degree on standing start times
(I have a StageII Octavia VRS - can't use all the power on standing starts)

The Golf R with DSG is rated at 5.5 seconds but the AU version is a little detuned (compared to EU) to handle local climate

Yes I realised after I wrote this the obvious reply would point out that all four wheels are being used on the R.

Over the years of Hot Tuner it's been a very common theme with the Aussie metal, insane power figures, but no way to get it to the ground.

I'll have to check out more on your VRS.. love the Skodas (have Czech heritage).

Yes - I have mixed feelings about this car

Ditto. I give credit to them for building it, it should be faster than it is, and it still isn't the greatest handler.. but appeals to the younger demographic who want something different and from some angles looks pretty chunky and angry. Love the fact they also brought a matte option to market for $1k! (and if I am correct, asking people to sign a document ensuring they understand how to look after it.. my guess is these cars won't be looking so good after a couple of years given the average Hyundai buyer).

I've drifted from topic though. Would have thought a 5.9 Polo should not be a super expensive exercise?

Amazing how times just keep dropping, when I started buying Motor magazine as a kid (282 issues in a row) sub six was exotica..

[VWindahouse]

5.9 is my target, that's with tune, intake, intercooler and tbe hopefully soon, then federal 595 rsr tyres to aid traction. Hurdy in the uk ran a loba motorsports turbo and meth injection and got under 5 until his Revo tune shat itself and couldn't handle things properly.

You should do that pretty easy Gav. My best is 6.1 with a manual car and wheel spin on street tyres.

[LunchboxVRS]

Love the fact they also brought a matte option to market for $1k! (and if I am correct, asking people to sign a document ensuring they understand how to look after it.. my guess is these cars won't be looking so good after a couple of years given the average Hyundai buyer).

Yes. And a 12 page book on how to care for it including having to wash of bird crap, tree sap ect pretty much straight away.

[RoknRob]

A little off topic, but how do you guys measure your times? GPS? I've seen some people record their MFDs and extrapolate the time from there. Seems like a lot of work. Is there an app for that?

[alexaescht]

Real world performance difference between Polo GTI and Golf GTI

Is there an app for that?

Of course there is

https://itunes.apple.com/au/app/bmw-m-power-meter/id344494968?mt=8

[VWindahouse]

I use a G-TECH pro.

[FJ Steve]

(I really need to get some pics up of ..... Marco!)

Is yours MARCO as well?
*snap*

[Melon Head]

I use a G-TECH pro.

This looks bloody brilliant

[VWindahouse]

Yeah it's great value and very versatile. I wish I bought the RR version straight up.

[Dutch77]

Is yours MARCO as well?
*snap*

Ha, yes.. appears to be a few floating around judging by the thread on car names.

And as much as the better half may be keen to knock a second off (77TSI) Marco's 0-100 I've got dibs on any spare coin for mods

[FJ Steve]

Ha, yes.. appears to be a few floating around judging by the thread on car names.

And as much as the better half may be keen to knock a second off (77TSI) Marco's 0-100 I've got dibs on any spare coin for mods

I meant the rego plate.
Ours is MARCCO

[GTI mk6]

Real world performance difference between Polo GTI and Golf GTI

We own both cars in question.
Golf has definitely got more rear leg room, Polo isn't too good in this area comparing to our previous small car.
I find it much easier to spin the wheels in the Polo when taking off from the lights, but that's probably because I mostly drive
the Golf.....both great cars, but I do sway towards the Golf...think the Polo is a more comfortable ride though

[GTI mk6]

Real world performance difference between Polo GTI and Golf GTI

On and Golf definitely has quiet a bit more boot space, Polo GTI's depth is compromised because of the battery

[Dutch77]

I meant the rego plate.
Ours is MARCCO

Oh lol, no this was just a name. I hope the other half doesn't see this and get ideas about new plates..