2003 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
In comparing the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta's and the 2003 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2003 Subaru Impreza has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta's and the 2003 Subaru Impreza's specifications and ratings, the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta is a better car than the 2003 Subaru Impreza.
2003 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza Pricing
A used 2003 Volkswagen Jetta ranges from $2,999 to $8,522 while a used 2003 Subaru Impreza is priced between $3,815 to $14,531.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta’s base engine makes 115 horsepower, and the 2003 Subaru Impreza base engine makes 165 horsepower. The Jetta is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 392 miles. The Impreza is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 375 miles. This gives the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2003 Subaru Impreza. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2003 Subaru Impreza has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2999 - 8522
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3815 - 14531
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.336385
Volkswagen Jetta Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Subaru Impreza Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.75452 / 10
Reliability:
8.563559 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Volkswagen Jetta Rankings
Not yet available
Subaru Impreza Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
1 out of / 5Ranking
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2 out of / 5Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 5Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2003 Volkswagen Jetta Trim Levels
Not yet available
2003 Subaru Impreza Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
115 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
122 foot-lbs @ 2600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.038 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
165 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
166 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
294 / 392 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 375 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
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
Keyless Ignition:
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:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.5 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3034 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
173.6 inches
Wheelbase:
99 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3045 lbs
Width:
66.7 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
173.4 inches
Wheelbase:
99.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
195/65R15
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/60R15