The Comparative Analysis :

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 10) vs. VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Natural Gas) (11 - 13)

€ 29,600
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 10) Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
€ 32,800
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Natural Gas) (11 - 13) VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
€ 29,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,800

Base price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info

Vehicle Dimensions

The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D is 1.4 inches longer, 0.4 inches narrower and 0.8 inches lower than the VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
57.1
Blueprint Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 10)
71.3
80.7
57.9
Blueprint VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Natural Gas) (11 - 13)
71.7
81.2
71.3 in
Width
71.7 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
81.2 in
57.1 in
Height
57.9 in
Blueprint Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 10)
106.3
189.2
Blueprint VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Natural Gas) (11 - 13)
106.8
187.8
189.2 in
Length
187.8 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
106.8 in

Vehicle Weight

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3569 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
4718 lb
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 10)
Weight Difference:
57 lb
1.57 %
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Natural Gas) (11 - 13)

General

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
V250
Generation
B7
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Natural Gas (CNG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission

Engine

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Straight-four diesel engine with tur­bo­charger
Engine Type
Straight-four engine with gas turbine com­pres­sor
Engine Code
*CDG*
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
148 hp
148 hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
162 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
236 lb‑ft
162 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel

Performance

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
127 mph
Maximum Speed
133 mph
10.6 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph 62
mph

482 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D

62 mph 62
mph

446 ft
0.000 sec

VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel

 REPLAY
24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.11 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
24.51 lb/hp
24.11 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel

Fuel Economy / Emissions

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy
31 mpg  ( 35 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gaso­line equiva­lent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy con­sump­tion of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined  per 100 miles
15.3 lb  ( 6 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gaso­line equiva­lent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy con­sump­tion of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
35 MPGe
6 MPGe
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
23 mpg
city
20.6 lb
39 mpg
highway
12.4 lb
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
46 lb
531 mi
Range
303 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
531 mi
303 mi
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Environmental Impact
156.4 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).
31.5 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
156.4 kWh
31.5 kWh
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
317 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
192 g/mi (NEFZ)

Practical Convenience

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1149 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data