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Honda Honda F20C Engine Specs

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Quick overview

Honda Honda F20C is a 2.0L (1997 cc) petrol engine with 240 HP, 208 Nm, 11.7:1 compression ratio. Fuel consumption: 11-8L/100km. Typical service life: 250,000+.

240
HP
2.0L (1997 cm³)
Displacement
208 Nm
Torque
Petrol
Fuel

Description

The Honda F20C is a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated inline-4 engine, famous for powering the Honda S2000. Known for its incredibly high specific output (120 hp/liter), 9,000 RPM redline, and VTEC technology, it's considered one of the best naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engines ever made.

General Information

Production Years: 1999-2009
Fuel Type: Petrol
Environmental Standards: Euro 4
Fuel Consumption: 11-8L/100km (29.4-21.4 mpg)
Power (HP): 240
Power (kW): 176
Displacement: 2.0L (1997 cm³) (121.9 cu.in)
Torque: 208 Nm (153 lb-ft)
Cylinder Block Alloy: Aluminum alloy
Cylinder Head Alloy: Aluminum alloy
Has Turbo: No
Engine Layout: I4
Aspiration Type: Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection
Head Type: DOHC Aluminum
Timing Drive: Timing Chain
Cooling Type: Liquid Cooled
Cylinders Count: 4

Technical Details

Cylinder Diameter: 87mm
Piston Stroke: 84mm
Total Valves: 16
Total Intake Valves: 8
Total Exhaust Valves: 8
Intake Valves per Cylinder: 2
Exhaust Valves per Cylinder: 2
Firing Order: 1-3-4-2
Weight: 152 kg (335 lbs)
Rings per Piston: 3 (2/1)
Compression Ratio: 11.7:1
Hydraulic Lifters: No
Cylinder Coating: Cast iron sleeve
Minimum Octane: 98

Maintenance

Oil Capacity: 5.4L (5.7 qts)
Recommended Oil: 10W-30
Operating Temperature: 85-95°C (185-203°F)
Thermostat Temperature: 87-92°C (189-198°F)
Service Life (km): 250,000+ (155 miles)
Timing Belt/Chain Interval: Chain - no replacement needed
Parts Cost: High - Honda S2000 performance parts