The Comparative Analysis :
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V (09 - 11) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic (Autogas) (09 - 10)
€ 29,000
€ 25,900
€ 29,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,900
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ slightly. The Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V is 5.7 inches shorter, 0.7 inches wider and 1.1 inches lower than the Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic.
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
56
72
77.8
57.1
71.3
80.7
72 in
Width
71.3 in
77.8 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
56 in
Height
57.1 in
106.3
183.5
106.3
189.2
183.5 in
Length
189.2 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
3450 lb
Curb Weight
3490 lb
4497 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4288 lb
Weight Difference:
40 lb
1.15 %
General
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Typ 939
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed manual transmission
Engine
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
939 B3.000
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
168 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
137 hp
at 6400 rpm
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
168 hp
137 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
266 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Max. Torque
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
266 lb‑ft
144 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Performance
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
135 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
8.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
400 ft
0.000 sec
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
▶ REPLAY
20.54 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.47 lb/hp
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
20.54 lb/hp
25.47 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Fuel Economy
44 mpg
combined
22 mpg
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
44 mpg
22 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
34 mpg
city
16 mpg
No data
highway
28 mpg
18.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 gal
821 mi
Range
279 mi
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
821 mi
279 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Environmental Impact
109.1 kWh
Total Energy Consumption
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
per 100 miles ⓘThe total energy consumption per 100 miles is the amount of energy consumed by a vehicle when burning fuel or using electricity per 100 miles (final energy), and the energy required to produce the appropriate amount of fuel or electricity (primary energy).
157.7 kWh
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
109.1 kWh
157.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
224 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
282 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1047 lb
Maximum Payload
798 lb
11.5 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft










No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
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