The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08) vs. Skoda Octavia RS TDI DSG (13 - 16)
€ 27,300
€ 32,400
€ 27,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,400
ⓘ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 2.5 is 4.7 inches longer, 0.2 inches narrower and 0 inches taller than the Skoda Octavia RS TDI.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
57.1
71.3
80.7
57
71.4
79.4
71.3 in
Width
71.4 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.4 in
57.1 in
Height
57 in
106.3
189.2
105.5
184.4
189.2 in
Length
184.4 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
105.5 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3322 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4405 lb
Weight Difference:
150 lb
4.32 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
V250
Generation
5E
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
181 hp
at 3500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
154 hp
181 hp
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
280 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
175 lb‑ft
280 lb‑ft
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
129 mph
Maximum Speed
143 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
62 mph
62
mph
mph
374 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
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22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
18.35 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
22.55 lb/hp
18.35 lb/hp
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
47 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
25 mpg
47 mpg
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
17 mpg
city
40 mpg
35 mpg
highway
55 mpg
16.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 gal
421 mi
Range
621 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
421 mi
621 mi
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
Environmental Impact
176.2 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).
102.8 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
176.2 kWh
102.8 kWh
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
208 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Skoda Octavia RS TDI
4
Doors
5
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1082 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16.7 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
44.7 cu ft
