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Technical => Engine Tech => Topic started by: Dougy_Fresh on June 13, 2011, 06:09:02 PM

Title: 2.3 vs 5.0 weight
Post by: Dougy_Fresh on June 13, 2011, 06:09:02 PM
what is the weight difference between a turbo 2.3 with the turbo and associated parts (like interecooler and plumbing) and a 5.0?

toying with engine ideas for my mustang
Title: 2.3 vs 5.0 weight
Post by: jangus on June 13, 2011, 06:36:27 PM
Almost a dead wash. If you're looking at it from a weight savings point of view, that's not where it's at.
Title: 2.3 vs 5.0 weight
Post by: Dougy_Fresh on June 13, 2011, 09:44:35 PM
really? screw it then, i'll just keep my 5.0!
Title: 2.3 vs 5.0 weight
Post by: Chuck W on June 13, 2011, 10:24:09 PM
The difference is the placement of that weight.  The 2.3T sits further back, thus improving the front/rear balance over the 5.0.