The Comparative Analysis :
Skoda Octavia RS DSG (09 - 13) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.0 Automatic (06 - 08)
€ 30,000

€ 26,300

€ 30,000
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 26,300
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Skoda Octavia RS is considerably smaller in every dimension. It's 8.9 inches shorter, 1.6 inches narrower and 0.1 inches lower than the Chevrolet Epica 2.0.
Skoda Octavia RS
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
57
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
57 in
Height
57.1 in
101.5
180.2
106.3
189.2
180.2 in
Length
189.2 in
101.5 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
Skoda Octavia RS
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
3208 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4266 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb

Weight Difference:
265 lb
7.63 %

General
Skoda Octavia RS
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
1Z
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Premium Unleaded
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 RS
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
197 hp
at 5100 rpm
Power
142 hp
at 6400 rpm
Skoda Octavia RS
197 hp
142 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
207 lb‑ft
at 1800 rpm
Max. Torque
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Skoda Octavia RS
207 lb‑ft
144 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Performance
Skoda Octavia RS
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
149 mph
Maximum Speed
124 mph
7.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
328 ft
0.000 sec

Skoda Octavia RS
62 mph
62
mph
mph
538 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.0
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16.28 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.45 lb/hp
Skoda Octavia RS
16.28 lb/hp
24.45 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Skoda Octavia RS
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
26 mpg
Skoda Octavia RS
31 mpg
26 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
23 mpg
city
19 mpg
38 mpg
highway
35 mpg
14.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gal
444 mi
Range
454 mi
Skoda Octavia RS
444 mi
454 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Environmental Impact
145.8 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).
168.7 kWh
Skoda Octavia RS
145.8 kWh
168.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
290 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
346 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Skoda Octavia RS
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
5
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1058 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
15.9 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft











38.2 cu ft
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data