The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 (06 - 10) vs. KIA Optima 2.0 (16 - 18)
€ 23,100
€ 25,100
€ 23,100
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,100
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Chevrolet Epica 2.0 is slightly smaller in every dimension. It's 2 inches shorter, 2 inches narrower and 0.6 inches lower than the KIA Optima 2.0.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
KIA Optima 2.0
57.1
71.3
80.7
57.7
73.2
83.5
71.3 in
Width
73.2 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
83.5 in
57.1 in
Height
57.7 in
106.3
189.2
110.4
191.1
189.2 in
Length
191.1 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
110.4 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
KIA Optima 2.0
3384 lb
Curb Weight
3373 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4409 lb
Weight Difference:
11 lb
0.33 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
KIA Optima 2.0
V250
Generation
JF
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
KIA Optima 2.0
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
142 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
161 hp
at 6500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
142 hp
161 hp
KIA Optima 2.0
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
145 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
144 lb‑ft
145 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 2.0
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
KIA Optima 2.0
129 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
62 mph
62
mph
mph
430 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 2.0
▶ REPLAY
23.83 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.95 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
23.83 lb/hp
20.95 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy
29 mpg
combined
32 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
29 mpg
32 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0
21 mpg
city
24 mpg
37 mpg
highway
40 mpg
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
493 mi
Range
588 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
493 mi
588 mi
KIA Optima 2.0
Environmental Impact
155.3 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).
140.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
155.3 kWh
140.2 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
317 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
278 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
KIA Optima 2.0
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1036 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.4 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
