The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) vs. Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V Q-Tronic (08 - 09)
€ 28,600

€ 40,100

€ 28,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 40,100
ⓘ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 Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF is 5.7 inches longer, 0.7 inches narrower and 1.1 inches taller than the Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
57.1
71.3
80.7
56
72
77.8
71.3 in
Width
72 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
77.8 in
57.1 in
Height
56 in
106.3
189.2
106.3
183.5
189.2 in
Length
183.5 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3704 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4751 lb

Weight Difference:
77 lb
2.08 %

General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
V250
Generation
Typ 939
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-five diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
939 A3.000
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
5
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2.4 L / 117 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
197 hp
at 4000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
148 hp
197 hp
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
295 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
236 lb‑ft
295 lb‑ft
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
129 mph
Maximum Speed
140 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.3 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
62 mph
62
mph
mph
377 ft
0.000 sec

Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
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24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
18.8 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
24.51 lb/hp
18.8 lb/hp
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
30 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
31 mpg
30 mpg
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
23 mpg
city
21 mpg
39 mpg
highway
No data
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
531 mi
Range
551 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
531 mi
551 mi
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
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).
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).
162.5 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
156.4 kWh
162.5 kWh
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
338 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
335 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Alfa Romeo 159 2.4 JTDM 20V
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1047 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.5 cu ft










No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data