1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
When we compare the 1999 Volkswagen Golf's and the 1999 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Volkswagen Golf has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 1999 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1999 Volkswagen Golf's and the 1999 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 1999 Subaru Impreza is a better car than the 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1999 Volkswagen Golf loses 40 percent of its value and the 1999 Subaru Impreza loses 34 percent of its value. This means the 1999 Subaru Impreza retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volkswagen Golf is 8.7 out of 10 while the Subaru Impreza's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Volkswagen Golf being ranked 8 out of 26 Best Compact Cars and the Subaru Impreza being ranked 6 out of 26. Out of 43 Best Small Cars, the Volkswagen Golf is ranked 10 and the Subaru Impreza is ranked 8.
1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volkswagen Golf is 8.2 out of 10. For the Subaru Impreza the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the Subaru Impreza a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volkswagen Golf.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1999 Volkswagen Golf’s base engine makes 115 horsepower, and the 1999 Subaru Impreza base engine makes 142 horsepower. The Golf is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 351 miles. This gives the 1999 Volkswagen Golf the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 1999 Subaru Impreza. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 1999 Volkswagen Golf and 1999 Subaru Impreza are comparable in regards to front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 1999 Volkswagen Golf and the 1999 Subaru Impreza have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.400111
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.34004
Volkswagen Golf Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.724282 / 10
Reliability:
8.172846 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.087853 / 10
Reliability:
8.563559 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Volkswagen Golf Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
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1 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 28Ranking
5 out of / 26Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 26Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
10 out of / 43Ranking
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10 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 28Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
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20 out of / 28Ranking
20 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
21 out of / 28Ranking
25 out of / 26Ranking
29 out of / 43Ranking
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32 out of / 43Ranking
33 out of / 43Subaru Impreza Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 43Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 43Ranking
7 out of / 26Ranking
7 out of / 24Ranking
8 out of / 43Ranking
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8 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
13 out of / 43Ranking
14 out of / 43Ranking
23 out of / 26Ranking
27 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1999 Volkswagen Golf Trim Levels
GL, GL TDi, GLS, GLS TDi, Wolfsburg
1999 Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
2 years / 24000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
142 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
149 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
260 / 351 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
32.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2820 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
56.2 inches
Length:
160.4 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2735 lbs
Width:
67.1 inches
Height:
55.5 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
99.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available