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Originally Posted by serialk11r
197hp is also pretty pathetic considering the 2ZZ made like what 189? It doesn't matter that the EPA wants less CO/hydrocarbon whatever emissions, if 197 is correct they don't have much to show for all the effort that went into this engine...
Considering how the phase in of direct injection and legit VVT is not going as fast as originally promised, I think this is just an interim engine that they're sticking into this car so it can be released in 2012, not 2014.
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Well, the 2ZZ had variable lift, and this engine doesnīt. Pretty significant advantage.
Although I concur with you and would have liked to see higher numbers, 200hp/151lb-ft is not too bad considering:
- Itīs not a clean sheet design but heavily based on an emissions/economy-driven engine (Subaru FB20)
- Limited R&D budget given this engine will not be shared with any other model, and its definetly a low-volume car
- Production costs must be kept low to reach its price target