Re: A4 = Passat

[ti@bazooka.amb.org (Ti Kan)]

Brendan Rudack writes:
> On Tue, 15 Oct 1996, Fringe Ryder wrote:
> > Is the narrow-angle VW VR6 the same engine as in the Audi though?  If
> > they're different, how?
> 
> The VW engine is a 2.8 liter 15 degree V6 and the Audi motor is a 2.8
> liter 90 degree V6. Both are SOHC 12 valvers and both have similar
> horsepower and torque specs.  I'm not sure if the VW engine has the
> variable path induction system like the Audi though.

In stock form the VW 2.8 VR6 does not have the variable path intake
manifold.  VW Motorsport makes the "VSR" manifold which is available
as an accessory, and Schrick now also makes a "VG" manifold for the VR6.
The current issue of European Car magazine has an article about
this item.

The Audi 2.8 V6's higher torque (and available at lower revs) is
probably due to its dual-path manifold.

-Ti
96 A4 quattro
84 5000S Turbo
80 4000
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