A V6 engine is one of two options: The Tacoma The 2010 Toyota Tacoma offers two engine options for this model year, a 2.7L I4 and a 4.0L V6. They remain virtually unchanged for this model year, but they continue to provide the necessary power and torque. With current gas prices fluctuating, it is good to know they only need 87 octane gas. Both the 2.7L I4 and 4.0L V6 bear similar technologies, but are designed to meet specific needs.
A popular option for the rights of light, 2.7L I4 has a 95.0 mm bore, 95.0 mm race, and a compression ratio of 9.6. This engine has a dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. variable valve timing and injection round multi-port engine to optimize performance and achieve greater fuel efficiency. The maximum power of this engine is 159 horsepower at 5200 rpm. maximum torque for the 2.7L I4 is reached is 180 lb.-ft. at 3800 rpm.
For towing and transportation needs, there is the 4.0L V6 with a 94.0 mm bore, 95.0 mm stroke, and a compression ratio of 10.0. Like other engine option, it also offers a dual overhead cams and four valves per cylinder. It also comes with variable valve timing and multi-port injection to cut back on fuel costs while making the raw power for the job. At its peak output, the 4.0L V6 delivers 236 horsepower at 5200 rpm. Its maximum torque of 266 lb.-ft. at 4000 rpm occurs.
That I4 2.7L or 4.0L V6 or the optional sufficient to meet most needs of consumers and entrepreneurs. Models equipped with the 2.7L I4 can be expected on average to 22 mpg, while those with the 4.0L V6 can average up to 18 miles per gallon, which includes a model with four-wheel drive.
Posted on March 19, 2010.