The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 09) vs. ALPINA B3 3.3 Switch-Tronic (01 - 02)
€ 30,300
€ 50,900
€ 30,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 50,900
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG is considerably bigger in every dimension. It's 13.1 inches longer, 2.8 inches wider and 2.2 inches taller than the ALPINA B3 3.3.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA B3 3.3
57.1
71.3
80.7
54.9
68.5
76.3
71.3 in
Width
68.5 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
76.3 in
57.1 in
Height
54.9 in
106.3
189.2
107.3
176
189.2 in
Length
176 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
107.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA B3 3.3
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3263 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4365 lb
Weight Difference:
209 lb
6.02 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA B3 3.3
V250
Generation
E46
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Rear-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA B3 3.3
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Code
S52-B33
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
6
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
3.3 L / 161 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
276 hp
at 6200 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
154 hp
276 hp
ALPINA B3 3.3
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
247 lb‑ft
at 4500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
175 lb‑ft
247 lb‑ft
ALPINA B3 3.3
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA B3 3.3
130 mph
Maximum Speed
162 mph
10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
6.6 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
302 ft
0.000 sec
ALPINA B3 3.3
▶ REPLAY
22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
11.82 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22.55 lb/hp
11.82 lb/hp
ALPINA B3 3.3
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA B3 3.3
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
20 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22 mpg
20 mpg
ALPINA B3 3.3
15 mpg
city
13 mpg
31 mpg
highway
No data
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gal
279 mi
Range
334 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
279 mi
334 mi
ALPINA B3 3.3
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).
221.6 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
157.7 kWh
221.6 kWh
ALPINA B3 3.3
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 3
No data
CO2 Emissions
447 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
ALPINA B3 3.3
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1102 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
12.5 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
