The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) vs. Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI DSG (09 - 09)
€ 28,600

€ 24,100

€ 28,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 24,100
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF is considerably bigger in every dimension. It's 9.3 inches longer, 1.6 inches wider and 0.2 inches taller than the Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
57.1
71.3
80.7
56.9
69.6
77.5
71.3 in
Width
69.6 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
77.5 in
57.1 in
Height
56.9 in
106.3
189.2
101.4
179.9
189.2 in
Length
179.9 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
101.4 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3086 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb

Weight Difference:
540 lb
14.89 %

General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
V250
Generation
1Z
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.8 L / 88 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
158 hp
at 4500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
148 hp
158 hp
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
236 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
129 mph
Maximum Speed
139 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec

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

Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
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24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
19.53 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
24.51 lb/hp
19.53 lb/hp
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
35 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
31 mpg
35 mpg
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
23 mpg
city
26 mpg
39 mpg
highway
44 mpg
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 gal
531 mi
Range
503 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
531 mi
503 mi
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
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).
128.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
156.4 kWh
128.7 kWh
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
338 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
249 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TFSI
4
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1290 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
15.9 cu ft











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Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
40.2 cu ft