The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) vs. VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel (Natural Gas) (10 - 13)
€ 28,600
€ 30,600
€ 28,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,600
ⓘ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 DPF 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 DPF
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
57.1
71.3
80.7
57.9
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
106.3
189.2
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 DPF
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3523 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4674 lb
Weight Difference:
104 lb
2.87 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
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
5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
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 DPF
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 DPF
236 lb‑ft
162 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
129 mph
Maximum Speed
133 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
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24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
23.8 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
24.51 lb/hp
23.8 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
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 DPF
35 MPGe
6 MPGe
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
23 mpg
city
20.2 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 DPF
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).
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 DPF
156.4 kWh
31.5 kWh
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
338 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
188 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1151 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
