The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI DSG (09 - 09) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08)
€ 20,800
€ 27,300
€ 20,800
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 1.9 TDI 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 1.9 TDI
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 1.9 TDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
3097 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4398 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
375 lb
10.8 %
General
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
1Z
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
2
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
1.9 L / 93 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
104 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
104 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
184 lb‑ft
at 1900 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
184 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Performance
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
117 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
12.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
554 ft
0.000 sec
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
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29.78 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
29.78 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Fuel Economy
39 mpg
combined
25 mpg
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
39 mpg
25 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
30 mpg
city
17 mpg
46 mpg
highway
35 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gal
560 mi
Range
421 mi
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
560 mi
421 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Environmental Impact
125.5 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 1.9 TDI
125.5 kWh
176.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 4
256 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
356 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.5
5
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1301 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
