The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08) vs. VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Gasoline) (11 - 14)
€ 27,300
€ 32,800
€ 27,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,800
ⓘ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 2.5 is 1.4 inches longer, 0.4 inches narrower and 0.8 inches lower than the VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
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 2.5
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3569 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4718 lb
Weight Difference:
97 lb
2.72 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
V250
Generation
B7
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
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 2.5
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four engine with gas turbine compressor
Engine Code
*CDG*
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
1.4 L / 69 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
154 hp
148 hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
162 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
175 lb‑ft
162 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
129 mph
Maximum Speed
133 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
▶ REPLAY
22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.11 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
22.55 lb/hp
24.11 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
35 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
25 mpg
35 mpg
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
17 mpg
city
27 mpg
35 mpg
highway
42 mpg
16.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
8.2 gal
421 mi
Range
283 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
421 mi
283 mi
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
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).
128.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
176.2 kWh
128.7 kWh
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
254 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1149 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
