The Comparative Analysis :
VW Passat 1.8 TSI DSG (10 - 12) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08)
€ 32,400
€ 28,600
€ 32,400
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 28,600
ⓘ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 1.8 TSI is 1.4 inches shorter, 0.4 inches wider and 0.8 inches taller than the Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF.
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
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 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
3344 lb
Curb Weight
3627 lb
4519 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4530 lb
Weight Difference:
282 lb
7.78 %
General
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
B7
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
7-speed dual clutch transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
*CDA*
Engine Code
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
1.8 L / 88 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
158 hp
at 5000 rpm
Power
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
158 hp
148 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
184 lb‑ft
at 1500 rpm
Max. Torque
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
184 lb‑ft
236 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Performance
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
137 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
8.5 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.1 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
387 ft
0.000 sec
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
▶ REPLAY
21.16 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.51 lb/hp
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
21.16 lb/hp
24.51 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Fuel Economy / Emissions
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Fuel Economy
34 mpg
combined
31 mpg
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
34 mpg
31 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
25 mpg
city
23 mpg
43 mpg
highway
39 mpg
18.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gal
621 mi
Range
531 mi
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
621 mi
531 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Environmental Impact
132.6 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).
156.4 kWh
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
132.6 kWh
156.4 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
Euro 5
Emission Standard
Euro 4
261 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
338 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
VW Passat 1.8 TSI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1175 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
16 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
