The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG (06 - 09) vs. VW Passat 3.6 V6 4MOTION DSG (10 - 14)
€ 25,200
€ 43,200
€ 25,200
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 43,200
ⓘ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 LPG is 1.4 inches longer, 0.4 inches narrower and 0.8 inches lower than the VW Passat 3.6 V6.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 3.6 V6
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 LPG
VW Passat 3.6 V6
3384 lb
Curb Weight
3796 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4938 lb
Weight Difference:
412 lb
10.85 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 3.6 V6
V250
Generation
B7
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Permanent all-wheel drive (AWD)
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 3.6 V6
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
V6 gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Code
*BWS*
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
3.6 L / 176 cu in
142 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
296 hp
at 6600 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
142 hp
296 hp
VW Passat 3.6 V6
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 2400 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
144 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
VW Passat 3.6 V6
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 3.6 V6
129 mph
Maximum Speed
155 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
5.5 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
249 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 3.6 V6
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23.83 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
12.82 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
23.83 lb/hp
12.82 lb/hp
VW Passat 3.6 V6
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 3.6 V6
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
25 mpg
25 mpg
VW Passat 3.6 V6
18 mpg
city
19 mpg
33 mpg
highway
32 mpg
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18 gal
318 mi
Range
454 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
318 mi
454 mi
VW Passat 3.6 V6
Environmental Impact
138.6 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).
176.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
138.6 kWh
176.2 kWh
VW Passat 3.6 V6
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
No data
CO2 Emissions
346 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 LPG
VW Passat 3.6 V6
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1142 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
