This affects HP also (even the same engine installed in two different vehicles will likely be rated differently). Honda - Legend IV (KB1) generation - 3. This achieves better real world fuel economy (at higher speed that people actually drive at).Īll of these engine are also dependent on the specific installation to the body which results in different intake and exhaust flow rates. The 05-07 Odyssey did not function in 4 cylinder mode. The new Accord and Top trim Odysseys use VCM-2 which runs in 3 cylinder or 4 cylinder mode to expand the operation range of VCM (more torque). The Ridgeline uses the VTEC for high valve lift for better top end. This comes at the expense of top end power.

The 2008 Odyssey and 2008Accord both have VCM which uses the VTEC to kill cylinders while cruising. Neither of these parts are on the 2008 Accord which is the new generation of V6 (also installed in the 2008 Odyssey). Additionally, the Ridgeline uses an riser under the intake manifold for better low end torque (this part is shared by the Pilot). The Ridgeline uses a switch valve in the intake manifold to boost mid-range torque.

Power: RL: 290 hp 6200 rpm (SAE corrected) This truck will be only street driven so no towing at all for us.Įngine SOHC i-VTEC® V-6 with VCM/SOHC VTEC® I'm actually working with my buddy on his truck on acquiring the intake manifold and camshaft from the RL/TL or if I can get the orginal cam specs from honda/acura then I can have Crower grind me a cam with the same lift / duration or maybe add some more lift /duration, however it's still a work in progress.

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