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Re: 1.8T /TT Motor differences



Peter Merle wrote:
> 
> Does anyone know all the differences between the 1.8T 150 hp /TT 180Hp An
> 225 Hp engines besides the obviouse boost pressure / turbo differences.
> Cheers
> Peter Merle
> Still waiting for the TT down South here

Well, if I recall correctly (unlikely), and the European Car article on
the
TT was correct (possible), the differences are:

Different pistons with lower compression ratio
"swirl effect" combustion chambers
stronger bearings
dual intercoolers
different turbo (K04?)

That's all I can remember,
Erik Addy
erik@aero.und.edu