2003 Ford Escort vs. 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle
When we compare the 2003 Ford Escort's and the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Ford Escort has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Ford Escort's and the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Ford Escort is a better car than the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Ford Escort’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle base engine makes 115 horsepower. The Escort is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 360 miles. The New Beetle is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 406 miles.This gives the 2003 Ford Escort the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
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5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2997 - 9819
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Ford Escort Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volkswagen New Beetle Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Escort Rankings
Not yet available
Volkswagen New Beetle Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Hatchback
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2003 Ford Escort Trim Levels
ZX2
2003 Volkswagen New Beetle Trim Levels
GL, GL 1.8T, GL TDI, GLS, GLS 1.8T, GLS TDI, GLX 1.8T, Turbo S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
135 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.041 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):
23 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
276 / 360 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 406 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
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:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
48.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
49.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2464 lbs
Width:
67.4 inches
Height:
52.3 inches
Length:
175.2 inches
Wheelbase:
98.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2817 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
59 inches
Length:
161.1 inches
Wheelbase:
98.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P185/60R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
205/55R16