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Originally Posted by 320touring
2v per cyl gives more torque at low rpm's whereas multi valves give better torque at higher rpm..
I imagine with cars being heavier today, and cars being used in situations where higher speed is not important (rush hour traffic), then torque is what you're after.
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It's also important when you want the car to be able to pull off the more economical short-shifting and low rpm driving.
The Volvo 1.6L D2 engine actually makes the C30/S40/V50 models 5km/h - 3mph faster than with the 16v engine.
