Ecotec Drag Racing Ecotec 2.2L I-4 Engine Specifications Front-wheel drive drag racing reflects todays car market. Configuration: 2.2L I-4 Installation: Transverse Generating up to a remarkable 1,000 horsepower Bore C/L Spacing 96 mm Ecotec 2.2L I-4 from only four cylinders, the race version Ecotec- Displacement: 2,189 cc Bore x Stroke: 86 mm x 94.6 mm powered Cavalier and Sunfire are some of the Valvetrain: Dual overhead camshafts, Engine fastest-accelerating front-wheel drive vehicles 4 valves per cylinder ever built. Remark- Valve Followers: Hydraulic roller finger followers ably, many of the Compression Ratio: 10.0:1 Using technology from around the Firing Order: 1-3-4-2 world to become GM Powertrains components used Fuel System: Sequential electronic fuel injection in these race Main Bearing Caps: Lower crankcase first truly global engine engines are Peak Horsepower:* 144 hp (107 kW) @ 5600 rpm production based. Peak Torque:* 155 lb-ft (210 Nm) @ 4000 rpm Mass (as Shipped): 291.5 lb (132.5 kg) This race effort Manufactured: Tonawanda, NY; Spring Hill, TN; showcases the Kaiserslautern, Germany potential of the * Horsepower and torque may vary with application. production Ecotec The Ecotec drag racing engine used in sanctioned drag racing has a reduced MATERIALS: to todays sport displacement of 2.0L and a higher rpm range. Cylinder Block: Aluminum compact market. Cylinder Bore Liners: Cast iron Lower Crankcase: Aluminum Cylinder Head: Aluminum Cylinder Head Gasket: Multi-layer steel (MLS) Continuously Variable Transmission Crankshaft: Nodular iron Camshaft: Nodular iron VTi provides a seamless driving experience Connecting Rods: Powder metal (forged steel optional) and helps improve fuel economy. Pistons: Aluminum, 3-mm top land Intake Manifold: Polymer
The Saturn VUE uses the COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS new VTi, a continuously Oil Pump: Crank driven, gerotor variable transmission Engine Oil/Sump Capacity: 5.25 qt (5 L) (CVT). It has 45 percent Accessory Drive Belt: 5-rib serpentine fewer parts than a Throttle Type: ETC or mechanical Fuel Injectors: PFI, dual spray conventional auto- Fuel Delivery System: Returnless or recirculated matic transmission Ignition Coils: Coil-on-plug cassette and helps to improve Spark Plugs: Long-life, platinum-tipped fuel efficiency by All specifications listed are based on the latest product information available at time increasing the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. that the engine runs at its most efficient rpm. Hydra-Matic VTi The result is a smooth, shift- has a belt and free driving sensation with pulley system that basically eliminates no hunting for gears on hills separate gears. or in traffic congestion. GM Powertrain The flexible design of the Ecotec 2.2L www.gmpowertrain.com makes it the right choice for a variety of applications.
© 2004 General Motors Corporation PRINTED IN U.S.A. 1/04 Global Perspective, Key Features Additional Features Modular Design Twin Balance Shafts ¶Structural oil pan provides rigidity to the A fuel-efficient, environmentally Twin balance shafts, bottom of the engine for noise and vibration housed in the cylinder suppression friendly engine in a quiet, block, provide smooth durable package and quiet engine ¶Cast-iron cylinder liners enhance durability operation by offsetting ¶Accessories, such as the alternator and air the vibrations inherent in an inline 4-cylinder conditioner, are directly mounted to the The lightweight-aluminum, four-valve overhead- engine for less noise and vibration cam Ecotec 2.2L engine features a modular engine. ¶Long-life coolant greatly decreases frequency design, providing flexibility for a number of of coolant changes and is designed to last up future technologies, such as turbocharging, to five years or 150,000 miles (whichever variable valve timing and direct injection- Coil-on-Plug comes first)* gasoline. Low maintenance is another key Ignition System hallmark of this engine: oil and filter replace- * Maintenance needs vary with different use and driving conditions. See Owners The coil-on-plug ignition Manual for more information. ment is the only routine service required. cassette produces a One of the newest of the Ecotec 2.2Ls many strong, efficient spark applications is the Chevrolet Malibu, with and eliminates spark Applications 144 horsepower and 155 lb-ft of torque. plug wires.
Roller Finger Chevrolet Malibu Followers Saturn L-series The roller finger follower, with hydraulic lash adjuster, is self- adjusting, reduces wear and improves fuel Saturn ION Chevrolet Cavalier efficiency. Application
Tuned Intake Manifold Saturn VUE Pontiac Grand Am The scroll design of the intake manifold offers tuned intake passages for good power and torque in a compact design. Opel/Vauxhall Vectra Pontiac Sunfire
The versatile design of the Ecotec gives GM the flexibility to meet the needs of drivers around the globe, meaning the Ecotec could become one of the highest-volume engines in the world. Opel/Vauxhall Zafira Opel/Vauxhall Speedster