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Old 08-27-2008, 01:39 PM   #15 (permalink)
NeilBlanchard
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Mica Blue - '05 xA RS 2.0
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90 day: 33.75 mpg (US)
Hi,

A 900cc twin would be a good engine -- if it has a long-ish stroke, it could be quite "torquey". The old "airhead" BMW engine worked very nicely in the 800-900cc displacment, and the torque output was very good. With variable valve timing and a (mild?) turbo, it could be pretty sweet. You also get less internal friction, etc.
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