The Comparative Analysis :
BMW 325d DPF Automatic (07 - 08) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08)
€ 37,800
€ 27,300
€ 37,800
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 BMW 325d DPF is 11.2 inches shorter, 0.3 inches wider and 1.1 inches lower than the Chevrolet Epica 2.5.
BMW 325d DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
55.9
71.5
78.3
57.1
71.3
80.7
71.5 in
Width
71.3 in
78.3 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
55.9 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
BMW 325d DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
3549 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
77 lb
2.17 %
General
BMW 325d 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 automatic transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
BMW 325d DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Straight-six diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
BMW M57
Engine Series
M57-D30
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
3 L / 147 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
194 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
BMW 325d DPF
194 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
295 lb‑ft
at 1300 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
BMW 325d DPF
295 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Performance
BMW 325d DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
145 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
7.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
348 ft
0.000 sec
BMW 325d DPF
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
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18.29 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
BMW 325d DPF
18.29 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy / Emissions
BMW 325d DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy
37 mpg
combined
25 mpg
BMW 325d DPF
37 mpg
25 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
28 mpg
city
17 mpg
No data
highway
35 mpg
16.1 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gal
592 mi
Range
421 mi
BMW 325d DPF
592 mi
421 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Environmental Impact
131.6 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
BMW 325d DPF
131.6 kWh
176.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
272 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
BMW 325d DPF
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
981 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
13 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
