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04-08-2009, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr Hardware

Just remember the story about the ecotec V6 vs alloytec V6.
305 Nm @ 3600 rpm for ecotec
320 Nm @ 2800 rpm for alloytec
yet the alloytec feels utterly torqueless.
Its got nothing to do with peak torque, it's all down to where the spread of torque is, and this can't be worked out. It's up to the characteristics of the motor.

Short gearing helped the ecotec out alot, and this is where the 3L can be made to feel quicker.

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