2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Lancia Delta
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica and 2009 Lancia Delta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Epica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Epica weights approximately 205 kg more than 2009 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lancia Delta (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Epica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Epica | Delta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
