R32 Vs VR6

[mccombie_5]

Could someone please tell me what is the difference between the R32 and a VR6, or is it just the same thing but the R32 applying to mkIV+ and the VR6 applying to the mkIII?

I dont know much about that V6 model Golfs.

Thanks.

[dogbucket]

I owned a mkIII VR6, and I guess the R32s are an evolution of it in many ways. The basic engine is largely the same, just been slowly developed over the years.

In the VR6 you had a 2.8L 12V producing 178bhp, and you only got front wheel drive and 5 gears. The suspension was softer as the car like its successor the V6 4motion was aimed to be a long distance crusier.

The mkiv V6 4motion (which I also owned) got a 24V head, 204bhp, 6 gears and 4wd. but was still a bit soft and the wood trim perhaps shows its intended market.

The mkiv R32 got an xtra few ccs @ 3.2L, 240-250bhp, and proper sporty suspension, steering and bodykit. The mkv R32 has basically same engine in the new bodyshell.

So I definately think you can trace the development back through the older models, VW have perhaps shifted the idea from relaxed tourer to sporty hot hatch, but the idea of a large engine in a small(ish) car is still the same which is why I love em

[mccombie_5]

Thanks dogbucket, thats exactly what I was looking for

Sort of makes me want an R32 now. One day maybe. For now I shall dream about my forthcoming Rover 100

[dogbucket]

I served my time in an MG Metro, so I know how you feel..

[mccombie_5]

[/offtopic] I am hoping that Grandad will give me this 114 GTa that he currently tools around in, N-Reg 80k miles and ready for me to drive when he cant anymore (hopefully around May time)

[/offtopic]