The Comparative Analysis :
KIA Optima 2.0 (16 - 18) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG Automatic (5-speed) (06 - 08)
€ 25,100
€ 30,100
€ 25,100
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 KIA Optima 2.0 is slightly bigger in every dimension. It's 2 inches longer, 2 inches wider and 0.6 inches taller than the Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG.
KIA Optima 2.0
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
57.7
73.2
83.5
57.1
71.3
80.7
73.2 in
Width
71.3 in
83.5 in
Width Incl. Mirrors
80.7 in
57.7 in
Height
57.1 in
110.4
191.1
106.3
189.2
191.1 in
Length
189.2 in
110.4 in
Wheelbase
106.3 in
Vehicle Weight
KIA Optima 2.0
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
3373 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4409 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
99 lb
2.85 %
General
KIA Optima 2.0
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
JF
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Autogas (LPG)
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed manual transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
KIA Optima 2.0
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Straight-four gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
Engine Type
Straight-six engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2.5 L / 122 cu in
161 hp
at 6500 rpm
Power
154 hp
at 5800 rpm
KIA Optima 2.0
161 hp
154 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
145 lb‑ft
at 4800 rpm
Max. Torque
175 lb‑ft
at 4000 rpm
KIA Optima 2.0
145 lb‑ft
175 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Performance
KIA Optima 2.0
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
130 mph
Maximum Speed
129 mph
9.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
9.9 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
430 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 2.0
62 mph
62
mph
mph
453 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
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20.95 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
22.55 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0
20.95 lb/hp
22.55 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Fuel Economy / Emissions
KIA Optima 2.0
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Fuel Economy
32 mpg
combined
22 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0
32 mpg
22 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
24 mpg
city
15 mpg
40 mpg
highway
31 mpg
18.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
12.7 gal
588 mi
Range
279 mi
KIA Optima 2.0
588 mi
279 mi
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Environmental Impact
140.2 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).
157.7 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0
140.2 kWh
157.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4
278 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
No data
Practical Convenience
KIA Optima 2.0
Chevrolet Epica 2.5 LPG
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1036 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
14.4 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
