Over 0–100 km/h, Focus ST 280 wins (5,68 s vs 6,00 s).
Simulated drag race 0 → 1,000 m in real time. Synchronised speed counters and stopwatch. Physics calibration on 7 manufacturer measurements.
| Measure | Seal 313 2WD | Focus ST 280 | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 6.00 s | 5.68 s | 0.32 s · Focus ST 280 |
| 400 m standing start | 14.21 s | 13.80 s | 0.41 s · Focus ST 280 |
| 1,000 m standing start | 26.32 s | 24.64 s | 1.68 s · Focus ST 280 |
| Top speed (electronically limited) | 180 km/h | 264 km/h | 84 km/h · Focus ST 280 |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 6.35 kg/hp | 5.11 kg/hp | better ratio · Focus ST 280 |
Standing-start drag race, calibrated on manufacturer splits. The gap shows at each stage.
| Stage | Seal 313 2WD | Focus ST 280 |
|---|---|---|
| 0–30 km/h | 1.74 s | 1.66 s · tight gap |
| 0–50 km/h | 2.90 s | 2.77 s · tight gap |
| 0–80 km/h | 4.66 s | 4.37 s |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.00 s | 5.68 s |
| 0–120 km/h | 7.72 s | 7.28 s |
| 0–160 km/h | 13.20 s | 11.78 s |
| 0–200 km/h | - | 19.05 s |
| 400 m standing start | 14.21 s | 13.80 s |
| 1,000 m standing start | 26.32 s | 24.64 s |
| Top speed | 180 km/h | 264 km/h |
Physics model calibrated on manufacturer splits. The limited top speed is not the real aerodynamic top speed of the vehicles.
Manufacturer technical specifications. The power-to-weight ratio is the key physical factor in a drag race.
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 313 hp | Pending |
| Torque | 360 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 988 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | - | |
| Gearbox | single-speed reduction |
| Characteristic | Value | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Power | 280 hp | Pending |
| Torque | 420 Nm | |
| Weight | 1 431 kg | manufacturer kerb weight |
| Drivetrain | - | |
| Gearbox | 7-speed dual-clutch |
Off the line, the Focus ST 280 hits 100 km/h in 5.68 s versus 6.00 s for the Seal 313 2WD. Despite lacking instant torque, 280 hp of power compensates. At this point, the Focus ST 280 leads by 0.32 s and sits roughly 4 m ahead.
At 200 metres, the Focus ST 280 is doing 139 km/h against 135 km/h for the Seal 313 2WD. The gap is 0.23 s. The gap remains stable from the start.
At 400 metres standing start, the Focus ST 280 crosses the line in 13.79 s versus 14.21 s. The 0.41 s gap represents roughly 19 m of track - two to three car lengths.
Past 400 metres, the Focus ST 280 continues to build its lead. At 600 metres, it runs at 194 km/h versus 180 km/h. At 1,000 metres, the Focus ST 280 finishes in 24.63 s versus 26.31 s, with a 1.68 s lead.
Electronically capped at 180 km/h, the Seal 313 2WD never reaches its natural aerodynamic ceiling in this duel. That’s not a physical limit of the motor - it’s a deliberate manufacturer decision, typically tied to standard-fit tyre ratings or model-range positioning.
Instant electric torque gives an advantage off the line. The higher top speed of the combustion engine gives an advantage over longer distances. The distance at which one catches the other depends on the top speed differential.
In European road use (130 km/h max), both vehicles reach the legal speed limit in under 8.80 seconds. The 0.32 s difference in 0 to 100 km/h is mostly felt in motorway merging and overtaking.
Over 0–100 km/h, Focus ST 280 wins (5,68 s vs 6,00 s).
Seal 313 2WD goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 6,00 seconds (calibrated simulation).
Seal 313 2WD: 313 hp, ratio 6,35 kg/hp. Focus ST 280: 280 hp, ratio 5,11 kg/hp.
Seal 313 2WD: 180 km/h. Focus ST 280: 264 km/h.