The Comparative Analysis :
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (6-speed) (08 - 09) vs. KIA Optima 2.0 (16 - 18)
€ 30,300
€ 25,100
€ 30,300
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 25,100
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG is slightly smaller in every dimension. It's 2 inches shorter, 2 inches narrower and 0.6 inches lower than the KIA Optima 2.0.
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
KIA Optima 2.0
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 2.5 LPG
KIA Optima 2.0
3472 lb
Curb Weight
3373 lb
4376 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4409 lb
Weight Difference:
99 lb
2.85 %
General
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
KIA Optima 2.0
V250
Generation
JF
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Autogas (LPG)
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
6-speed manual transmission
Engine
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
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
2.5 L / 122 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
Power
161 hp
at 6500 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
154 hp
161 hp
KIA Optima 2.0
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
Max. Torque
145 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
175 lb‑ft
145 lb‑ft
KIA Optima 2.0
Performance
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
KIA Optima 2.0
130 mph
Maximum Speed
130 mph
10.2 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.4 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
466 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
62 mph
62
mph
mph
430 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 2.0
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22.55 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
20.95 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22.55 lb/hp
20.95 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
KIA Optima 2.0
Fuel Economy
22 mpg
combined
32 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
22 mpg
32 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0
15 mpg
city
24 mpg
31 mpg
highway
40 mpg
12.7 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gal
279 mi
Range
588 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
279 mi
588 mi
KIA Optima 2.0
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).
140.2 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
157.7 kWh
140.2 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0
Euro 4
Emission Standard
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
No data
CO2 Emissions
278 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
KIA Optima 2.0
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
904 lb
Maximum Payload
1036 lb
13.6 cu ft
Trunk Volume
14.4 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
