The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic (Autogas) (09 - 10) vs. Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V (10 - 11)
€ 25,900

€ 26,700

€ 25,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 26,700
ⓘ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 EcoLogic is 5.7 inches longer, 0.7 inches narrower and 1.1 inches taller than the Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
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 EcoLogic
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
3490 lb
Curb Weight
3450 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4497 lb

Weight Difference:
40 lb
1.15 %

General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
V250
Generation
Typ 939
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel

Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive

5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
939 B4.000
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
137 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
134 hp
at 4000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
137 hp
134 hp
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
144 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
129 mph
Maximum Speed
126 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec

Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
▶ REPLAY
25.47 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.75 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
25.47 lb/hp
25.75 lb/hp
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
46 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
22 mpg
46 mpg
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
16 mpg
city
36 mpg
28 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
279 mi
Range
853 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
279 mi
853 mi
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Environmental Impact
157.7 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).
104.9 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
157.7 kWh
104.9 kWh
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
282 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
216 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
Alfa Romeo 159 2.0 JTDM 16V
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
798 lb
Maximum Payload
1047 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
11.5 cu ft










No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data