The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08) vs. VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT (18 - 19)
€ 27,300
€ 32,300
€ 27,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,300
ⓘ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 1.5 inches longer, 0.9 inches narrower and an inch lower than the VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
57.1
71.3
80.7
58.1
72.1
82
71.3 in
Width
72.1 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
82 in
57.1 in
Height
58.1 in
106.3
189.2
109.7
187.7
189.2 in
Length
187.7 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
109.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3097 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4365 lb
Weight Difference:
375 lb
10.8 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
V250
Generation
B8
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
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
*DPC*
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
1.5 L / 73 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 5000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
154 hp
148 hp
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
175 lb‑ft
184 lb‑ft
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
129 mph
Maximum Speed
134 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
8.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
62 mph
62
mph
mph
390 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
▶ REPLAY
22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.93 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
22.55 lb/hp
20.93 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
Fuel Economy
25 mpg
combined
44 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
25 mpg
44 mpg
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
17 mpg
city
36 mpg
35 mpg
highway
51 mpg
16.6 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.4 gal
421 mi
Range
774 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
421 mi
774 mi
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
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).
100.4 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
176.2 kWh
100.4 kWh
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6d-TEMP (WLTP) 36AG-AI
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
220 g/mi (WLTP)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
VW Passat 1.5 TSI OPF ACT
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1268 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
16.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
