Kia Stinger 2017 vs Chevrolet Epica 2006
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 255 HP | 141 HP | |
| Torque: | 353 NM | 195 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
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Kia Stinger is more dynamic to drive. Kia Stinger engine produces 114 HP more power than Chevrolet Epica, whereas torque is 158 NM more than Chevrolet Epica. Thanks to more power Kia Stinger reaches 100 km/h speed 3.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 8.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 65 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chevrolet Epica) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Kia Stinger) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 300'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Chevrolet Epica engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 8 years | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Chevrolet Epica engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.83 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.81 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.45 m | |
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Kia Stinger is larger, but lower. Kia Stinger is 3 cm longer than the Chevrolet Epica, 6 cm wider, while the height of Kia Stinger is 5 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 406 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1114 litres | no data | |
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Chevrolet Epica has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Kia Stinger has 74 litres less trunk space than the Chevrolet Epica. This could mean that the Kia Stinger uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Kia Stinger is 0.4 metres more than that of the Chevrolet Epica. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`185 | 1`985 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 25 200 | 2400 | |
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