i was wondering something tonight.
Could someone explain the pros and cons of these two setups:
Destroked 2.0 Ecotec running 8psi
Pros:
Cons::
Stock 2.2 Ecotec running 8psi
Pros:
Cons:
(psi is just an example to help relate the topic)
if more information (parts) to help make this pro/con more realistic, ill post more, but i just wanted to get some basic info out of the way. Please list any knownledge you have based on these setups.
The only thing I can think of is that the 2.0L would probably rev slightly higher than the 2.2L. Don't take my word for it though, thats just me assuming. I'm doing alot of that lately lol.
other than revving higher is there much diffence, lets say in hp?
Thanks bill. okay heres's my reply to your post.
I'm thinking of swapping in a ecotec in my 97 sunfire, already have the donor car (2003 sunfire, ecotec, getrag) waiting for me with down payment at a local salvage yard. I plan installing a turbo in the car, while still keeping it a daily driver. trying to make this baby quick, lets say 300hp to 375hp when done, maybe more, but keeping it street able.
what i am trying to get at is what would prove to be the better of the two?
hen I look at the 2.0 being turbo it reminds me of a 4g63 engine in a Eclipse Gt-s/Gsx and has me looking at the big possible gains.
but when i see the 2.2 i see a stock oem engine for bolt ons and nothing else. skewed view on it i guess.
anything else i need to add, let me know.
When thinking of the 2.0 you have to think one question:
Where am i going to get one?
I think that point alone makes the 2.2 a stronger contender as it is far cheaper to acquire currently than a 2.0.
However if you could fine a 2.0 for relatively the same price as a 2.2 you have that option available. When it comes down to it however you have more aftermarket support on the 2.2 and it will readily interface given you strip the 2003 sunfire of all components needed. The 2.0 you would have to find a none J-body strip it down and then figure out how to make it work vs the plug and play of the 2.2.
Personal opinion get the 2.2 will make it much easier plus you would have a wider knowledge base from which to pick from to help on the build. Sometimes K.I.S.S is the best policy.
I don't need no stinking SIG. Wait this is one.
DOH!
The 2.0 ECOTEC revs to 6500 rpm's just like the 2.2 liter. but if you went w/ a standalone you could probably squeeze more revs out of the 2.0.
thanks alot to everyone or replying
tough decision I must say. good points brought up for both engines.
when looking at the 2.0ecotec ... instead of getting an new engine, id would get new pistons, connecting rods, short valves, and a crankshaft but looking at the prices and work involved i may have my hands full.
so right now I'm leaning towards building up the 2.2 ecotec and boosting that baby. fall is here and winter is coming up, good time to get this project in gear.
