The Comparative Analysis :

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) vs. KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI GT Automatic (16 - 18)

€ 28,600
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08) Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
€ 40,900
 KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI GT Automatic (16 - 18) KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
€ 28,600
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 40,900

ⓘ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 0.4 inches lower than the KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI.
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
57.1
Blueprint Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08)
71.3
80.7
57.5
Blueprint KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI GT Automatic (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
57.5 in
Blueprint Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08)
106.3
189.2
Blueprint KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI GT Automatic (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 2.0 T-GDI
3627 lb
Curb Weight
3649 lb
4530 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
4674 lb
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF Automatic (5-speed) (07 - 08)
Weight Difference:
22 lb
0.6 %
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI GT Automatic (16 - 18)

General

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
V250
Generation
JF
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 automatic transmission

Engine

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Straight-four diesel engine with tur­bo­charger
Engine Type
Straight-four gasoline engine with tur­bo­charger
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
148 hp
at 4000 rpm
Power
242 hp
at 6000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
148 hp
242 hp
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
236 lb‑ft
at 2000 rpm
Max. Torque
258 lb‑ft
at 1350 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
236 lb‑ft
258 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI

Performance

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
129 mph
Maximum Speed
149 mph
10.1 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
7.4 sec
62 mph 62
mph

459 ft
0.000 sec

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF

62 mph 62
mph

338 ft
0.000 sec

KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI

▶ REPLAY
24.51 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
15.08 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
24.51 lb/hp
15.08 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI

Fuel Economy / Emissions

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Fuel Economy
31 mpg
combined
29 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
31 mpg
29 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
23 mpg
city
20 mpg
39 mpg
highway
39 mpg
Kraftstoffanzeige
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
Kraftstoffanzeige
531 mi
Range
531 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
531 mi
531 mi
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
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).
155.3 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
156.4 kWh
155.3 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
338 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
307 g/mi (NEFZ)

Practical Convenience

Chevrolet Epica 2.0 D DPF
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1025 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.4 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data