The Comparative Analysis :

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) vs. KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi DCT (16 - 18)

€ 28,600
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
€ 32,100
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi DCT (16 - 18) KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
€ 28,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 32,100

Base price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info

Vehicle Dimensions

The Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF is slightly smaller in every dimension. It's 2 inches shorter, 2 inches narrower and 0.6 inches lower than the KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
57.1
Blueprint Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08)
71.3
80.7
57.7
Blueprint KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi DCT (16 - 18)
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
Blueprint Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08)
106.3
189.2
Blueprint KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi DCT (16 - 18)
110.4
191.1
189.2 in
Length
191.1 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
110.4 in

Vehicle Weight

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3538 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
4586 lb
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08)
Weight Difference:
88 lb
2.43 %
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi DCT (16 - 18)

General

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
V250
Generation
JF
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
7-speed dual clutch transmission

Engine

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Straight-four diesel engine with tur­bo­charger
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with tur­bo­charger
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.7 L / 83 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
139 hp
at 4000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
148 hp
139 hp
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
251 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
236 lb‑ft
251 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi

Performance

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
129 mph
Maximum Speed
126 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11 sec
62 mph 62
mph

459 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF

62 mph 62
mph

502 ft
0.000 sec

KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi

 REPLAY
24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.45 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
24.51 lb/hp
25.45 lb/hp
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi

Fuel Economy / Emissions

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
53 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
31 mpg
53 mpg
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
23 mpg
city
46 mpg
39 mpg
highway
57 mpg
Kraftstoffanzeige
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
Kraftstoffanzeige
531 mi
Range
989 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
531 mi
989 mi
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Environmental Impact
156.4 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).
90.4 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
156.4 kWh
90.4 kWh
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
338 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
187 g/mi (NEFZ)

Practical Convenience

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1047 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.4 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data