The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic (Autogas) (09 - 10) vs. KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi (16 - 18)
€ 25,900
€ 30,100
€ 25,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 30,100
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic 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 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
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 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
3490 lb
Curb Weight
3505 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4564 lb
Weight Difference:
15 lb
0.43 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
V250
Generation
JF
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
5-speed manual transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-four diesel engine with turbocharger
4
Valves
4
6
Cylinders
4
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
1.7 L / 83 cu in
137 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
139 hp
at 4000 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
137 hp
139 hp
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
251 lb‑ft
at 1750 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
144 lb‑ft
251 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
129 mph
Maximum Speed
121 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
62 mph
62
mph
mph
456 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
▶ REPLAY
25.47 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
25.22 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
25.47 lb/hp
25.22 lb/hp
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
56 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
22 mpg
56 mpg
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
16 mpg
city
46 mpg
28 mpg
highway
64 mpg
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
279 mi
Range
1036 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
279 mi
1036 mi
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Environmental Impact
157.7 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).
86.4 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
157.7 kWh
86.4 kWh
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
282 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
177 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 1.7 CRDi
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
798 lb
Maximum Payload
1058 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.4 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
