The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI DSG (09 - 13) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08)
€ 23,900
€ 27,300
€ 23,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 27,300
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI is considerably smaller in every dimension. It's 9.3 inches shorter, 1.6 inches narrower and 0.2 inches lower than the Chevrolet Epica 2.5.
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
56.9
69.6
77.5
57.1
71.3
80.7
69.6 in
Width
71.3 in
77.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
56.9 in
Height
57.1 in
101.4
179.9
106.3
189.2
179.9 in
Length
189.2 in
101.4 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
3086 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
386 lb
11.12 %
General
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
1Z
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
158 hp
at 4500 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
158 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
184 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Performance
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
139 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
7.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
354 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
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19.53 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
19.53 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy
35 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
35 mpg
25 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
26 mpg
city
17 mpg
44 mpg
highway
35 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gal
503 mi
Range
421 mi
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
503 mi
421 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Environmental Impact
128.7 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).
176.2 kWh
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
128.7 kWh
176.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
249 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Octavia 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
5
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1290 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
15.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
40.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
