The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08) vs. ALPINA D3 DPF (05 - 08)
€ 30,100
€ 36,800
€ 30,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 36,800
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ considerably. The Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG is 11.2 inches longer, 0.3 inches narrower and 1.5 inches taller than the ALPINA D3 DPF.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 DPF
57.1
71.3
80.7
55.6
71.5
79.3
71.3 in
Width
71.5 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.3 in
57.1 in
Height
55.6 in
106.3
189.2
108.7
178
189.2 in
Length
178 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
108.7 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 DPF
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3219 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4365 lb
Weight Difference:
254 lb
7.32 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 DPF
V250
Generation
E90
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 DPF
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Code
M47
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
197 hp
at 4000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
154 hp
197 hp
ALPINA D3 DPF
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
302 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
175 lb‑ft
302 lb‑ft
ALPINA D3 DPF
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 DPF
129 mph
Maximum Speed
148 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
338 ft
0.000 sec
ALPINA D3 DPF
▶ REPLAY
22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
16.34 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22.55 lb/hp
16.34 lb/hp
ALPINA D3 DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 DPF
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
40 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22 mpg
40 mpg
ALPINA D3 DPF
15 mpg
city
30 mpg
31 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.1 gal
279 mi
Range
642 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
279 mi
642 mi
ALPINA D3 DPF
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).
121.3 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
157.7 kWh
121.3 kWh
ALPINA D3 DPF
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
No data
CO2 Emissions
251 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA D3 DPF
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1146 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
