The Comparative Analysis :
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI GT Automatic (16 - 18) vs. Chevrolet Epica 2.0 Automatic (06 - 08)
€ 40,900
€ 26,300
€ 40,900
Base Price ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch.
€ 26,300
ⓘBase price of a new vehicle with standard equipment in Germany at market launch. Price Info
Vehicle Dimensions
The KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI is slightly bigger in every dimension. It's 2 inches longer, 2 inches wider and 0.4 inches taller than the Chevrolet Epica 2.0.
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
57.5
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
57.5 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 T-GDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
3649 lb
Curb Weight
3472 lb
4674 lb
Gross Vehicle
Weight
Weight
4376 lb
Weight Difference:
176 lb
4.82 %
General
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
JF
Generation
V250
Sedan
Car Body Style
Sedan
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Fuel Type
Mid-Grade Unleaded
Front-wheel drive
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive
6-speed automatic transmission
Transmission
5-speed automatic transmission
Engine
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Straight-four gasoline engine with turbocharger
Engine Type
Straight-six gasoline engine (naturally aspirated engine)
4
Valves
4
4
Cylinders
6
2 L / 98 cu in
Displacement
2 L / 98 cu in
242 hp
at 6000 rpm
Power
142 hp
at 6400 rpm
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
242 hp
142 hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
258 lb‑ft
at 1350 rpm
Max. Torque
144 lb‑ft
at 4600 rpm
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
258 lb‑ft
144 lb‑ft
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Performance
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
149 mph
Maximum Speed
124 mph
7.4 sec
Acceleration 0 to 62 mph
11.8 sec
62 mph
62
mph
mph
338 ft
0.000 sec
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
62 mph
62
mph
mph
538 ft
0.000 sec
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
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15.08 lb/hp
Weight-to-Power Ratio
24.45 lb/hp
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
15.08 lb/hp
24.45 lb/hp
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Fuel Economy / Emissions
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Fuel Economy
29 mpg
combined
26 mpg
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
29 mpg
26 mpg
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
20 mpg
city
19 mpg
39 mpg
highway
35 mpg
18.5 gal
Fuel Tank Capacity
17.2 gal
531 mi
Range
454 mi
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
531 mi
454 mi
Chevrolet Epica 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).
168.7 kWh
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
155.3 kWh
168.7 kWh
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
Euro 6b (NEFZ)
Emission Standard
Euro 4
307 g/mi (NEFZ)
CO2 Emissions
346 g/mi (NEFZ)
Practical Convenience
KIA Optima 2.0 T-GDI
Chevrolet Epica 2.0
4
Doors
4
5
No. of Seats
5
1025 lb
Maximum Payload
904 lb
14.4 cu ft
Trunk Volume
13.6 cu ft
No data
Cargo Volume (Seats Down)
No data
