264 posts · Joined 2006. #1 · Sep 19, 2006. Hi Friends, I always asked myself a question: the diffusion of the 2.0 V6 12V Turbo engine in the 164 all over the World. The engine was developed due to hard taxation of engines bigger than two liters (for petrol, the diesels for over 2.5L) but as we say here in Italy "fatta la legge trovato l
2.0 has better fuel economy and power, but with the 1.8 being a thing for so long, if you want an engine that's going to be completely reliable where mechanics will have plenty of experience, the choice is yours. Honestly I'd go with the 2.0 for the fuel efficiency and power, just because, it's a corolla.4 Best: Cadillac 2.7-Liter I4 (L3B) Via: Cadillac. GM's 2.7-liter inline-four is an awesome engine. It's a relatively new motor and one found in the Chevrolet Silverado, though it's probably better known for its appearance in Cadillac's compact performance sedan, the CT4-V (pictured above). Via: Cadillac.
1. 1JZ-GE Problems And Reliability. The 1JZ-GE is a true reliable Toyota engine legend, developed in 1990. It was the first engine in the JZ lineup, which is now used not only in conventional cars, but also in motorsport. The 1JZ-GE has established itself as a reliable engine using the latest technology of its time.
No, the 2.0 was the one that had the injector problems. General consensus is that the 1.9 was far more reliable. On newer models (mk5 Golfs onward) the 1.9 is still used for the lower powered cars
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