The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic (Gasoline) (09 - 10) vs. KIA Optima 2.0 Automatic (13 - 13)
€ 25,900
€ 29,100
€ 25,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 29,100
ⓘ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 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 EcoLogic
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 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 2.0
3490 lb
Curb Weight
3331 lb
4288 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4409 lb
Weight Difference:
159 lb
4.56 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 2.0
V250
Generation
TF
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 automatic transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 2.0
Straight-six 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
137 hp
at 6400 rpm
Power
163 hp
at 6500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
137 hp
163 hp
KIA Optima 2.0
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
Max. Torque
145 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
144 lb‑ft
145 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 2.0
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 2.0
129 mph
Maximum Speed
126 mph
9.9 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
10.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
62 mph
62
mph
mph
495 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 2.0
▶ REPLAY
25.47 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.44 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
25.47 lb/hp
20.44 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy
29 mpg
combined
31 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
29 mpg
31 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0
21 mpg
city
23 mpg
37 mpg
highway
39 mpg
17.2 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
493 mi
Range
572 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
493 mi
572 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).
144 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
155.3 kWh
144 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 5
317 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
285 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.0 EcoLogic
KIA Optima 2.0
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
798 lb
Maximum Payload
1078 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.3 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
