2006 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Epica and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Epica (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Epica should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Epica (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 2006 Chevrolet Epica has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Polo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Epica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Epica | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Epica | Polo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.2 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
