The Comparative Analysis :
ALPINA D3 DPF (05 - 08) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08)
€ 36,800
€ 27,300
€ 36,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 27,300
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The ALPINA D3 DPF is 11.2 inches shorter, 0.3 inches wider and 1.5 inches lower than the Chevrolet Epica 2.5.
ALPINA D3 DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
55.6
71.5
79.3
57.1
71.3
80.7
71.5 in
Width
71.3 in
79.3 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
55.6 in
Height
57.1 in
108.7
178
106.3
189.2
178 in
Length
189.2 in
108.7 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
ALPINA D3 DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
3219 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4365 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
254 lb
7.32 %
General
ALPINA D3 DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
E90
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Rear-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
ALPINA D3 DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
M47
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
197 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
ALPINA D3 DPF
197 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
302 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
ALPINA D3 DPF
302 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Performance
ALPINA D3 DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
148 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
7.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
338 ft
0.000 sec
ALPINA D3 DPF
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
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16.34 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
ALPINA D3 DPF
16.34 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy / Emissions
ALPINA D3 DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy
40 mpg
combined
25 mpg
ALPINA D3 DPF
40 mpg
25 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
30 mpg
city
17 mpg
No data
highway
35 mpg
16.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gal
642 mi
Range
421 mi
ALPINA D3 DPF
642 mi
421 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Environmental Impact
121.3 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).
176.2 kWh
ALPINA D3 DPF
121.3 kWh
176.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
251 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
ALPINA D3 DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1146 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
13 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
