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Engine Specifications and Clearances

Engine Specifications and Clearances

Engine 2.8L VR6
Engine Code AAA
Arrangement Of Cylinders VR (1)
Cylinder Angle 15
Displacement:
Liters 2.8
Output:
KW At rpm 128@5800
HP At rpm 172@5800
Torque:
Nm At rpm: (2)
Minimum 235@4200
Maximum (240@4200)
Ft Lb At rpm: (2)
Minimum 173@4200
Maximum (177@4200)
Bore 81.00 mm (3.19 inch)
Stroke 90.30 mm (3.555 inch)
Compression Ratio 10.0:1
Minimum Octane Requirement (RON): 95 Unleaded
Firing Order 1-5-3-6-2-4

(1) VR = V-arrangement in compact in-line design.
(2) The future-oriented design of this engine with selective knock control permits the full use of high octane fuel. The figures shown in parentheses will be attained when using premium fuel (RON 98).


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