The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) vs. KIA Optima 2.0 (13 - 13)
€ 28,600
€ 25,000
€ 28,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,000
ⓘ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 a little smaller in every dimension. It's 1.6 inches shorter, 0.8 inches narrower and 0.2 inches lower than the KIA Optima 2.0.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0
57.1
71.3
80.7
57.3
72
79.9
71.3 in
Width
72 in
80.7 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
79.9 in
57.1 in
Height
57.3 in
106.3
189.2
110
190.7
189.2 in
Length
190.7 in
106.3 in
Wheelbase
110 in
Vehicle Weight
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3298 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4409 lb
Weight Difference:
328 lb
9.04 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0
V250
Generation
TF
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Diesel
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
163 hp
at 6500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
148 hp
163 hp
KIA Optima 2.0
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
145 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
236 lb‑ft
145 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 2.0
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0
129 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
459 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
62 mph
62
mph
mph
446 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 2.0
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24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.23 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
24.51 lb/hp
20.23 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
34 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
31 mpg
34 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0
23 mpg
city
25 mpg
39 mpg
highway
42 mpg
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
531 mi
Range
621 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
531 mi
621 mi
KIA Optima 2.0
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).
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).
132.6 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
156.4 kWh
132.6 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
338 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
261 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1111 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.3 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
