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Suzuki's 2.0-Liter Engine Offers Power and Performance

8 April 1998

Suzuki's All-New 2.0-Liter Engine Offers Additional Power And Performance for Two- and Four-Door Vitara

    NEW YORK, April 8 -- Suzuki today introduced the Vitara line
at the New York International Automobile Show.  With its already dynamic
styling, refined interior and precise handling, the Vitara package is even
more complete with the addition of Suzuki's all-new 2.0-liter, 16-valve, DOHC
engine.
    Standard on the four-door Vitara and available on the two-door soft-top,
the new 2.0-liter, 16-valve engine generates an efficient 127 hp @ 6,000 rpm
and 134 lb.-ft. torque @ 3,000 rpm and features an in-line mounted design that
provides the best possible weight distribution for superb off-road handling.
    Providing substantial power and performance, this newly-developed
powerplant has an all-aluminum lower crankcase, cylinder block, cylinder head
and head cover, making it low weight with excellent low- to mid-range torque.
To ensure engine rigidity, the crankcase features additional casting thickness
and a crank bearing cap is utilized to minimize any vibration.
    In addition to its low weight, the Vitara's new, well-balanced 2.0-liter
engine has a Direct Drive Valvetrain (DDV) that reduces mechanical loss with
the cams operating directly upon the hydraulic valve lifters which releases
additional power and provides quicker response throughout the rev range while
contributing to lower fuel consumption.
    Optimum combustion efficiency is ensured through the use of an Electronic
Multi-Point Injection System and a 16-bit microprocessor that monitors all
aspects of engine management.
    Vibration and noise are suppressed through a combination of both body-to-
frame and hydraulic engine mounts.  The aluminum alloy crankcase provides
lighter weight and increased rigidity for both the engine and the
transmission, thereby reducing vibration and noise.
    The Automotive Division of American Suzuki Motor Corporation (ASMC), Brea,
Calif., was founded in 1985 by Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC).  ASMC markets
automobiles in the United States through a network of 300 automotive
dealerships in 49 states.
    ASMC's parent company, Suzuki Motor Corporation, based in Hamamatsu,
Japan, is a diversified worldwide automobile manufacturer.  Founded in 1920,
SMC has 135 distributors in 171 countries.

SOURCE  American Suzuki Motor Corporation