The Comparative Analysis :
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel DSG (Natural Gas) (11 - 13) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 09)
€ 32,800
€ 30,300
€ 32,800
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,300
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The dimensions of these vehicles differ a little. The VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel is 1.4 inches shorter, 0.4 inches wider and 0.8 inches taller than the Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG.
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
57.9
71.7
81.2
57.1
71.3
80.7
71.7 in
Width
71.3 in
81.2 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
57.9 in
Height
57.1 in
106.8
187.8
106.3
189.2
187.8 in
Length
189.2 in
106.8 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
3569 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4718 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
97 lb
2.72 %
General
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
B7
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Natural Gas (CNG)
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission
Engine
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Straight-four engine with gas turbine compressor
Engine Type
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
*CDG*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
1.4 L / 69 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
148 hp
at 5500 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
148 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
162 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
162 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Performance
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
133 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
9.8 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.2 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
▶ REPLAY
24.11 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
24.11 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Fuel Economy
15.3 lb✽
( 6 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
combined ✽ per 100 miles
22 mpg
( 16 MPGe ⓘ Miles per gallon gasoline equivalent (MPGe) is a measure of the average distance traveled per unit of energy consumed. MPGe, specified in miles per U.S. gallon, is used to compare the energy consumption of vehicles that use different energy sources.)
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
6 MPGe
16 MPGe
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
20.6 lb
city
15 mpg
12.4 lb
highway
31 mpg
46 lb
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 gal
303 mi
Range
279 mi
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
303 mi
279 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Environmental Impact
31.5 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).
157.7 kWh
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
31.5 kWh
157.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
192 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
No data
Practical Convenience
VW Passat 1.4 TSI EcoFuel
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1149 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
16 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
