Sunday, February 27, 2011

About Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Logo
About Toyota Motor Corporation - Car Showroom: Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) (Japanese: トヨタ自動車 株式会社) TYO: 7203.T, NYSE: TM, LSE: TYT), is a Japanese automobile company, based in Toyota, Aichi, providing financial services, and also participate in other business areas. TMC is a member of the Toyota Group and produce cars with Toyota and Lexus brands, and have most of the Daihatsu.

History

Toyota Motor Corporation was founded in September 1933 as the car division of Toyota Automatic Weaving Factory. The cars division were then separated from the main company on August 27, 1937 to be the Toyota Motor Corporation until today.

Starting with the textile industry, Toyota then arised as one of the leading automobile manufacturers around the world. The Toyota which is well known as 1 car every 6 seconds producer, found to have named Toyota more because of their mention naming the Toyota esier and mor convenient than using the family name of its founder, Toyoda. Those are some exciting milestone in the journey of Toyota's business.

Toyota is the world's largest car manufacturer in the unit and net sales. This Japan's largest manufacturer produces 8 to 8.5 million vehicles worldwide every year.

Toyota was founded by Sakichi Toyoda, who started from a textile industry (Marimutu Sinivasan, the founder of Texmaco, big businessmen textiles in Indonesia, tried to imitate it by developing automotive sector branded PERKASA).

Compared with other automotive industries that use the name of its founder as a trademark, such as Honda, founded by Soichiro Honda, Daimler-Benz (Gottlieb Daimler and Karl Benz), Ford (Henry Ford), Toyoda name not be used as a brand. Due to depart from a simple idea and vision that time, the mention of Toyoda less pleasant and not so familiarly known then modified to be Toyota.

Sakichi Toyoda was born in February 1867 in Shizuoka, Japan. This man is known as the inventor since he was a teenager. Toyoda devoted his life in studying and developing textile machine assembly. In the age of 30 Toyoda has finished his work on the loom machine. This thing led him to establish the early of Toyota assembling company, the Toyoda Automatic Loom Works, Ltd. in November 1926.

From then the patents of his automatic textile machinery sold to Platt Brothers & Co., Ltd., an English company. What he have got from selling his patent, he made it as an investment on developing his automotive division. Starting in 1933, when Toyoda build the division of automotive, the team then much controlled by his son Kiichiro Toyoda, producing endless leading innovations in that time. Engine Type A was completed in 1934. A year later the first prototype of this machine assembled to their passenger car products , A1. Toyoda automotive division also produces truck model G1.

In 1936 they launched their first passenger car, Toyoda AA (at that time was still using the name Toyoda). This model was developed from the prototype model A1 and equipped with body and engine A. This vehicle is from the beginning expected to be a people's car. The concept of Toyota's products that continuing until today.

After four years it was considered to establish an official automotive company and separated from their main industry, textile industry. Then in 1937 they officialy established their automotive division as a company named Toyota, not Toyoda like the name of  their textile industry. The name of Toyota in the Japanese language are represented in the 8 characters, and eight is a lucky number for Japanese people. Another reason that makes sense is that automotive industry is a business of lifestyle and even in mentioning of the name (and what it sounds like), to be so important. Because the name Toyoda considered too stiff in the dynamic business like automotive industry, then it was changed to Toyota that considered better. No doubt, 1937 is an important era of the birth of the Toyota Motor Co., Ltd., the embryo of a giant Toyota Motor Corp. (TMC) today.

Kiichiro Toyoda spirit of innovation has never dimmed. Toyota then developed into a powerful vehicle producer. In the era of the 1940s, Toyota worked hard in developing the investment, including to listing the company on the Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya Stock Exchange.

When World War II ended, the 1950s is an era for Toyota to proof them as a tough and multipurpose vehicle producer. At that time Jeep was so familiar in Japan. Inspired by this type of car, Toyota then developed a prototype of Land Cruiser and it released in 1950. A year later Toyota officially launched early model of Land Cruiser namely BJ.

In July, a test driver Ichiro Taira finished his test on BJ with an outstanding result. Inspired by the Samurai character, Heikuro Magaki who climbed Mount Atago in 1643, Taira drove his Toyota BJ to the Fudo temple in Okasaki. It at once inted to campaign the toughness of this vehicle. Not for long, Toyota Land Cruiser began to compete the dominance of Jeep Willys. And even with the later models, Toyota Land Cruiser is acceptable in a market that was difficult to penetrate, North America. Through this model, Toyota's penetrate into markets around the world, including Indonesia, known as the Toyota Land Cruiser Hardtop FJ40/45. In Africa, the models of Toyota Land Cruiser is used as "Technical" an armed jeeps equipped with light machine guns, heavy weapons or even bazooka (Recoilless bazooka) and used throughout the armed conflict with very tough performance.

Toyota is not only known through the Toyota Land Cruiser. They also developed a model that became the world's favorite, a small sedan. Through the Toyota Corolla that made its debut in 1966, these first-generation small sedan using rear engine that changed trend of big sedan heading toward a small, economical and compact sedan. In 1975, the Corolla launched into the third generation and has sold more than 5 million units. The amazing thing that is still sustained today. Corolla engine is then used in Indonesia as an engine for a multipurpose family vehicles, "Toyota Kijang" first generation, and known as "Kijang Buaya".

At the time Toyota became a global product, they consciously do not have an official logo. And even in Indonesia found that the Toyota-branded vehicles like the Toyota Kijang with logo TOYOTA on the grille of the car bonnet. In 1989 Toyota decided to make logo with two oval circles (ellipse), which form the letter T and the third ellipse would suggest the spirit of understanding in design. The third circle that surrounded the two previous ellipses shaped T, as a proof to keep and influence the circumstances.

In the 1990s, Toyota strengthen the proof that Japanese cars can compete with European and American cars. Toyota Celica succeed to become a world rally champion, and the Toyota Camry became the best-selling car in America.

Friday, February 25, 2011

About Mitsubishi Motors Corporation

Mitsubishi Logo
About Mitsubishi Motors Corporation - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation is one of the Japanese company that manufactures vehicles, especially cars. The company was founded on April 22, 1970 and is one of the companies under the holding of the Mitsubishi Group. Mitsubishi logo is three red diamond and made by the founder of Mitsubishi Motors, Yataro Iwasaki. Mitsubhisi Motors headquarters are in Tokyo, Japan. Mitsubhisi Motors' largest shareholder now is Takashi Nishioka. Mitsubishi car factory located in 6 countries: Japan, Australia, Netherlands, Philippines, Thailand, and the United States.

Mitsubishi Motors was an automotive company ranked No. 4 in Japan and No. 13 in the world by unit sales in 2007.

History

Mitsubishi started to produce cars in 1937 when the Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, a holding company of Mitsubishi Motors Corporation was first launched Mitsubishi PX33 with four-wheel drive technology which also makes it an automotive manufacturer who first launched the vehicle had four wheel drive on Japan.

Mitsubishi is very popular in Indonesia for its truck and branded with very fast car products.

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Daihatsu Terios Specifications

Daihatsu Terios

Daihatsu Terios Specifications - Terios is a SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle), one of Daihatsu's prime products with a high ground clearence. It has a capacity to carry 7 passengers to get adventures.

Just explore the nature with more freely with the Terios, a SUV with high ground clearance will drive you take along your wildest imagination

Daihatsu Terios Specification

SPECIFICATION STANDARD
(TS
)
DELUXE
M/T (TX)
DELUXE
A/T (TX-A/T)
DIMENSIONS
Length overall mm 4405

Width overall mm 1695

Height overall mm  1695 1740

Wheelbase
mm 2685

Track front wheel mm 1445

Track rear wheels mm 1460

Height from ground mm 200




WEIGHT

Empty weight kgs 1135 1165 1175

Total weight kgs   1615 1625



SEATS
7



PERFORMANCE

Minimum turning radius m 5.3




ENGINE

Type   3SZ-VE DOHC VVT-i (water cooling)

Cylinder capacity cc 1495

Valve configuration
16

Diameter x langkah mm 72.0 x 91.8

Maximum power ps/rpm 109/6000

Maximum torque kg - Nm/rpm 14.5/4.400

Engine fuel system
EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection)

Engine fuel
Non Pb Gasoline

Fuel tank capacity liter 45




TRANSMISSION

Type
Manual, 5 Speed, 1 Retreat

Gear ratio   
Gear 1 : 3.769 Gear 1 : 2.731


Gear 2 : 2.045 Gear 2 : 1.526

  Gear 3 : 1.376 Gear 3 : 1.000


Gear 4 : 1.000 Gear 4 : 0.696


Gear 5 : 0.838 Retreat : 2.290

Top gear ratio    5.571  5.857





SISTEM KEMUDI

Type   Rack & Pinion with Power Steering




BRAKES

Front
Disc brake without booster

Rear   Type Drums, leading & trailing

Hand brake
Mechanical, 2 at rear wheels




SUSPENSION

Front
MacPherson
Strut without spiral & stabilizer

Rear   Rigid axle, 5-link without spiral




TIRE
215/65 R16

Alloy Wheel


Terios Engine
Terios Engine, a though and powerful VVT-i engine


Terios 16inch Alloy Wheel
Terios 16" Alloy Wheel

Terios Disc Brake
Terios discbrake, for a safety driving

Terios Suspension
Terios suspension, McPherson strut with stabilizer

Monday, February 21, 2011

Sonata, a Mid-Size Sedan from Hyundai

Hyundai Sonata

Sonata, a Mid-Size Sedan from Hyundai - Hyundai Sonata is a mid-size sedan made by South Korean automobile manufacturer Hyundai Motor Company.




Hyundai Sonata Interior
Hyundai Sonata interior

First Generation

Hyundai Sonata first generation was launched in South Korea in 1985. There are 2 variants of 1.8L or 2.0L engine, 4 cylinder in line. The car body is a development of the Hyundai Stellar. The transmission types provided are 4-speed automatic and 5-speed manual.




Hyundai Sonata First Generation
Hyundai Sonata First Generation

Second Generation

Hyundai Sonata second generation is one part of Hyundai's expansion in the North American market, after the success of the Hyundai Excel. It was firstly launched in Korea on June 1, 1988. And launched in Canada in September 1988 and the U.S. in 1989. The exterior was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro an Italian car designer. This car was refurbished in mid-1991. Second Generation Sonata is produced in Ulsan, Korea, and Quebec, Canada.




Hyundai Sonata Second Generation
Hyundai Sonata Second Generation

Hyundai Sonata was designed with Mitsubishi technology assistance. 2.4L 110 hp engine from the Galant fourth generation mounted on the Sonata for the U.S. market. 3.0L V6 engine (coded 6G72) available from Mitsubishi in 1990. In 1992 in the United States, 2.4L engine was replaced with a 2.0L engine.

Third Generation

Third-generation Sonata made its debut in 1993. 2.0L engine used is Sirius 4 cylinder-powered 77 kW (105 PS, 103 hp), but in some countries there is also a 3.0 V6 engine powered 107 kW (145 PS, 143 hp). All these machines are owned by Mitsubishi engines.




Hyundai Sonata Third Generation
Hyundai Sonata Third Generation

Facelift version (renewal) was launched in 1996. The replacements were performed on the front and rear body, and 4 cylinder engine that increases power to 92 kW (125 PS, 123 hp).

Fourth Generation

The fourth generation Sonata equipped with 2.0L engine 136hp, 138hp 2.4L and 2.5L 170hp Hyundai Sirius (127kW) Hyundai Delta V6. Special warranty for 10 years is also provided.




Hyundai Sonata Fourth Generation
Hyundai Sonata Fourth Generation

Kia Optima (Magentis outside the U.S.) are also made based on the same platform with this Sonata  fourth generation.

Hyundai Sonata also shared a platform with the Hyundai Santa Fe's first generation.

That is all about Sonata, a Mid-Size Sedan from Hyundai, from the first to fourth generation. Next post  will be Hyundai Sonata Fifth and Sixth Generation

Saturday, February 19, 2011

About Hyundai Motor Company

About Hyundai Motor Company - Hyundai Motor Company LSE: HYUD, is an automotive company which is a division of Hyundai Kia Automotive Group and is the largest car manufacturer in South Korea. The company was founded by Chung Ju-yung and headquartered in Yangjae-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul. This automotive companies are developing in South Korea and even able to penetrate the international market previously dominated by Japanese automotive manufacturers. Hyundai is an automotive company with sales growing fastest in the world.

The company is also the world's top five producers in 2008 and operates the largest integrated automobile production facilities world in Ulsan, South Korea, which is capable of producing 1.6 million cars each year.

Hyundai means "today" in Korean.

History

Chung Ju-yung founded the Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company in 1947, and  founded Hyundai Motor Company in 1967. The first model of car produced by this company is the Cortina, in collaboration with Ford Motor Company and marketed in 1968. In 1975, the Pony is, the first Korean cars are manufactured and marketed. Designed by Giorgio Giugiaro and with powertrain technology from Mitsubishi.

In 1991, Hyundai succeeded in developing its own gasoline engine (4 cylinder Alpha) and the transmission so that they no longer depend on other companies.

In 1983, Hyundai began exporting the Pony to Canada but not to the United States because it did not meet emissions standards there. Pony sales in Canada were very good, and became one of the most top-selling car in the Canadian market. Pony offers the same quality at a cheap price.

In 1986, Hyundai sold its products in the United States, and the Hyundai Excel was nominated as Best Product in the order of the top 10 by Fortune Magazine. Hyundai also produces cars with its own technology began in 1988, starting from the Hyundai Sonata. 1996, Hyundai Motors India Limited was established in Irrungattukotai near Chennai, India. In 1998, Hyundai did a make over its image to establish itself to a world class company. Chung Ju-Yung handed over leadership of Hyundai to his son, Chung Mong-Koo in 1999.

The Hyundai holding company, Hyundai Motor Group, has invested heavily in quality, design, production, and long-term research on the vehicle. The company provides 10-year warranty or 100,000 miles to the cars sold in the United States and create an aggressive marketing campaign.

Hyundai sells its products in 193 countries with more than 6,000 dealers worldwide. In 2008 Hyundai is the fifth largest car manufacturer, beating the Fiat, PSA Peugeot Citroen / Peugeot, Chrysler, Honda and Nissan. Currently Hyundai is one of 100's most prominent brands in the world. Changing the perception of Hyundai as a result of improvements in Hyundai products.

Hyundai Motor Company Profile
Hyeondae Jadongcha Jushik-hwesa
현대 자동차 주식회사

Type Public Companies (KRXS: 005 380,
LSE: HYUD)
Industry Automotive Company
Established 1967
Founder Chung Ju-Yung
Head Office Seoul, South Korea
Service Area Worldwide
Key Person Chung Mong-Koo, Chairman and CEO
Products Car and Commercial Vehicle
Revenues ▼ ₩ 31.86 trillion (2009)
Net income ▲ ₩ 2.96 trillion (2009)
Employees 75.000 (March 31, 2009)
Holding Hyundai Kia Automotive Group
Website hyundai-motor.com

Car Review: About Toyota Avanza

Toyota Avanza

Car Review: About Toyota Avanza - Toyota Avanza is a car manufactured in Indonesia by the Daihatsu, which marketed in two brands of Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia. This car was made at the Gaikindo Auto Expo in 2003 and sold 100,000 units during the year. The name "Avanza" is derived from Italian "avanzato", which means "improvement".

Special version of the Avanza (S Type) was launched in the end of 2004 using Toyota VVTi engine. The launch of this version is also intended as "Test Market" for the development plan All Avanza-Xenia VVTi and Automatic Edition. This special edition also comes with automatic transmission. Only 200 units of Avanza (S Type) was produced.

At the end of 2006, It has launched the New Avanza-Xenia with changes in appearance, accessories, performance improvements and new engine technology that complements VVTi all versions. At the end of 2006 also launched the New S-Type (1.5 S VVTi) which is the most complete version with engine capacity of 1500cc VVTi, Rear Parking Sensors, ABS braking technology and Alloy 15" Velg Wheels. VVTi 1500cc engine used by Toyota Avanza has a specification that exactly the same as Toyota Rush. New S-Type is available in two choices of transmissions, manual and automatic.

Toyota Avanza is also marketed in several countries in Asia Pacific such as Malaysia (Version 1.5G comes with airbags), Thailand, and Philippines, and even in South Africa and Mexico. While Daihatsu Xenia sold in the People's Republic of China with a configuration of 4-cylinder 1500cc engine capacity like the Avanza.


Toyota Avanza Steering Wheel Interior

Types

Both the Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia, use the same chassis and body base and produced under supervision by Astra Daihatsu and Astra Toyota Motor. For 1300CC engine (K3-VE) Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia using the same machine. Differences in both there are additional completeness, quality and variety of interior accessories. Toyota Avanza is also exported to Malaysia in the form of Completely Knocked Down and factory assembled by Perodua Manufacturing Sdn. Bhd..

Currently, Toyota Avanza specialize in 2 types of engine capacity (4 cylinder 1300CC, and 4-cylinder 1500cc), while the twin model of the Daihatsu Xenia Avanza use 2 types of lower-capacity engine (3 cylinder 1000 cc, and 4 cylinder 1300 cc) . K3-VE engine and 3SZ-VE engine is identical to that used by Daihatsu GranMax.

The types of Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia below represents official variants that are sold to markets in Indonesia. Variants, performance, accessories and fittings may differ in each country. 

Toyota Avanza Interiors Design

Toyota Avanza

Marketed by Dealer Auto2000, Tunas Toyota, Toyota Nasmoco and Astrido
  • Avanza 1.3E (1300CC) DOHC I4 Engine Valves K3-VE/16 VVTi EFI - Manual (86 hp)
  • Avanza 1.3G (1300CC) DOHC I4 Engine Valves K3-VE/16 VVTi EFI - Manual (86 hp)
  • Avanza 1.3S (1300CC) I4 EFI DOHC Engine Valves K3-VE/16 VVTi - Automatic (86 hp, Special Edition - No Longer Manufactured)
  • Avanza 1.5S (1500cc) I4 EFI DOHC Engine 3SZ-VE/16 VVTi ABS Valves - Manual and Automatic (110 hp)

Daihatsu Xenia

Marketed by Dealer Daihatsu Astra International (DAI), Tunas Daihatsu, Nasmoco and Astrido Daihatsu
  • Xenia 1.0Mi (1000cc) I3 Engine EJ-VE/12 Valves DOHC EFI VVTi - Manual (50 hp)
  • Xenia 1.0Li (1000cc) I3 Engine EJ-VE/12 Valves DOHC EFI VVTi - Manual (50 hp)
  • Xenia 1.3Xi (1300cc) I4 Engine K3-VE/16 Valves DOHC EFI VVTi - Manual (86 hp)

Features

Standar

Features listed below are standard fittings found on all versions and models of the Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia (VVTi Series) manufactured from late 2006 until today.
  • 13 "Wheels Wheels (1000cc models)
  • 14 "Wheels Wheels (1300CC models)
  • 3-spoke Urethane Steering Wheels (4-spoke to the output 2009 and above)
  • collapsible Steering Column
  • 4-speaker audio system with radio and cassette playback
  • 50:50 folding 2nd row seats
  • 100:0 folding 3rd row seats
  • Hydrolic Power Steering System
  • Indiglow Speedometer
  • RPM Meter Indicator (1300CC and 1500cc models)
  • MacPherson Strut Suspension
  • All windows equipped with power windows (except type Mi)
  • Warning lights on information meters for Various safety and engine systems
  • Air-conditioning with rear blower (Toyota Avanza 1.3G and 1.5S)
  • Rear right-left side console box (only available in the types of Toyota Avanza)
  • Global Outstanding Assessment (GOA) body
  • 3-Point Seat Belts Guard
  • Alarm system with engine immobiliser, siren, cabin sensors, and auto door locks
  • foglamps and high-mount stop light
  • Child Lock Protector
  • Outer Mirrors with Turning Signal
  • Rear and front wiper

Type 1500cc

Features listed below are the completeness of which is only found in versions and Avanza models with a capacity of 1500cc VVTi engine (Avanza S-Type), produced from late 2006 until today.
  • 15 "wheels (1500cc models)
  • Chromed Front Grille With 2 Row Ornament, door handles, backdoor garnish, shift bang
  • Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) [1]
  • Digital Tripmeter
  • Digital Clock
  • Silver Paint Instrument Panel
  • Rear Parking Sensors
  • Outer Electric Side Mirrors with Turning Signal
  • Rear Window Defogger
  • Built-in Stereo Front Side Double Tweeter
  • 2-Din Head Unit CD Player With MP3 Playback Cassete
  • Indiglow Speedometer with Gear Shift Indicator (In Automatic Transmission Only)
  • Genuine Toyota Side Visor
  • All Seat Head Rest
  • All Seat Belt Safety
  • Front and rear bumper spoiler
  • Side Skirting

Toyota Avanza Galleries

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Toyota Avanza
Toyota Avanza

Accessory Package

The items listed below is a package of accessories and additional variations that can be used and installed in all versions and models or Xenia Avanza (VVTi Series) manufactured from late 2006 until today.
  • Front and rear bumper spoiler
  • Side Skirting
  • Front and rear bumper guard
  • Muffler cutter
  • Rear Step Cover
  • Roof Rack
  • Body Side protection list
  • Ornament Assy Back Door
  • Windows Side Visor
  • Cargo Net

Package Options and Modifications

The items listed below is a modification package that has been and never installed on the Toyota Avanza and Daihatsu Xenia. The packages listed below also have available a special version Avanza-Xenia that can be easily installed.
  • Super Charger
  • Turbo Charger
  • SRS Airbag
  • Water Injection
  • Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Matic)
  • Electric Power Steering System
  • Auto Retractable Mirror

Friday, February 18, 2011

Honda Recalls Thousands of Jazz, Freed and the City - Car News

Honda Jazz
Honda Recalls Thousands of Jazz, Freed and the City - Car News - Honda manufacturer has recalled 3 types of its prime products. They are Honda Jazz, Freed, and the City. What was the causes these three popular vehicles being withdrawn?

In a press release Indonesia Honda main distributor, PT Honda Prospect Motor, on Friday (02/18/2011) stated that there was a problem with their engines.

Lost Motion Spring component, which serves pressing rocker arm (driving arm) at low rpm, after a certain period of time can be bent and broken, causing abnormal engine sounds.

Honda said that the worst possibility is potentially causing the engine broke down.

President Director PT Honda Prospect Motor (HPM), Yukihiro Aoshima, stated on Friday (18/02/2011) that it is their responsibility to ensure that all their products are in the highest standards in terms of safety and quality, even when the product has been in the hands of consumers for years.

The total of units identified in this recall are 30,252, with their Vehicle Identification Number as follows: 

Jazz (16300 units)
Produced from June 2008 – March 2010
  • MHRGE8***8J900003 ~ 903906
  • MHRGE8***9J900001 ~ 903341
  • MHRGE8***AJ000001 ~ 000540
  • MHRGE8***AJ900001 ~ 900198

Honda Freed
Honda Freed

Freed (10592 units)
Produced from May 2009 – February 2010
  • MHRGB3***9J000006 ~ 007186
  • MHRGB3***AJ000001 ~ 001229

New Honda City
Honda City

City (3360 units)
Produced from October 2008 - January 2010
  • MRHGM2***8P920003 ~ 920212
  • MRHGM2***9P920123 ~ 921323
  • MRHGM2***AP020001 ~ 020120

About Honda Jazz

Honda Jazz

About Honda Jazz - Honda Jazz is a 5-door hatchback car produced by Japanese car manufacturer, Honda Motor Company. It was launched in 2001 and now continuing the second generation product. Honda Jazz trademark is used in Europe, some of Asian countries, Australia, Oceania, Middle East, and Africa. In Japan, China and America, the car was named the Honda Fit. Until 2007, Honda Motor Company has sold 2 million units of Honda Jazz around the world.

Honda Jazz First Generation

Honda Jazz made its debut in 2001 in Japan, then in Europe and Australia in 2002, South America, South Africa, and Southeast Asia in 2003, China in 2004, Mexico in 2005, Canada and the U.S. in 2006, and in Indonesia by the end of 2003.

Variants

Honda Jazz sold in 6 variants (all inline 4-cylinder engine). They are:
  • GD1: 1.3 L L13A i-DSI 2WD (Europe: 1.4L)
  • Gd2: 1.3 L L13A i-DSI 4WD (Japan only)
  • GD3: 1.5 L L15A 2WD
  • GD4: 1.5 L L15A VTEC 2WD (only Canada, the United States, Mexico and Indonesia)
  • GD5: 1.5 L L15A 4WD (Japan only)
  • GD6: 1.2 L L12A i-DSI 2WD (Europe only)
  • GE3: 1.3 L L13A i-DSI 2WD (made in China)

Engine

It depends on the country, the machine is divided into Honda Jazz 1.2L, 1.3L (in Europe became 1.4L), 1.5L i-DSI (Intelligent Dual & Sequential Ignition) or 1.5L VTEC (Variable Valve Timing & Lift Electronic Control). All Honda engines has already used injection. i-DSI engine has a valve configured for 8, using 2 spark plugs per cylinder so that more complete combustion, resulting in more efficient engines and reduced emissions. VTEC engine has a 16 valve configuration so that the maximum energy released in the high-rev engine.

Honda Jazz Galleries

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Honda Jazz


Transmission

Honda Jazz has a 5 speed manual transmission, 5 speed automatic, and CVT (continuously variable transmission) in accordance with the country. CVT transmission is not available in the United States. CVT-7 transmission is controlled by a paddle shift that is placed behind the wheel.

Safety

VTEC ABS / SRS, Honda Jazz highest Varian, is equipped with features ABS brakes (Anti-Lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution) and BA (Brake Assist). Other safety equipments are 2 air bags for driver and front passenger.

Accommodation

Honda Jazz has spacious accommodation despite the small cabin space. That's because Honda put the fuel tank under the front passenger seat, so that the rear more spacious. High flexibility is called the Ultra Seat, and has 3 modes of utility mode (by folding rear seats will provide a flat room), long-cargo mode (by folding some rear seats and the front passenger seat will provide space for long goods with 04.02 meter in length), and tall-cargo mode (by folding rear seats holder will get a 1.3 meters maximum height)

Honda Jazz Second Generation

Car Review - The second generation of Honda Jazz was introduced in October 17, 2007 at the Tokyo Motor Show. This car offers a longer and wider wheelbase, and also increases the overall length. Available for 1.3L i-VTEC engine (maximum power of 98hp (73 kW), torque 133 N • m / 4.500 rpm) and 1.5L i-VTEC (120 h maximum power, torque 144 N•m/4.800 rpm p). Honda Jazz second generation has launched in Indonesia in early 2008.

Thursday, February 17, 2011

New Toyota Rush Specifications

New Toyota Rush

New Toyota Rush Specifications and Performance

The perfection of driving is supported by 1,500 cc engine VVT-I, an environmentally friendly Euro II compliant and suitable for various road conditions driving. 

Catalytic Converter

As Toyota's commitment to create cleaner vehicles and environmentally friendly, New Toyota Rush has a Catalytic Converter. This parts works to minimize the risk of air pollution and vehicle exhaust gas containing NO2 and CO2.

Variable Valve Timing with Intelligent (VVT-i)


VVT-i New Toyota Rush

You will be proud and confident with the engine performance of 1.5L DOHC 16-valve with Variable Valve Timing Intelligent (VVT-i) that are very responsive, fuel efficient and environmentally friendly. Torque and Maximum power output: 109 ps / 6,000 rpm Maximum torque: 14.4 kgm / 4400 rpm (Review)

Technical Specifications of New Toyota Rush 

Technical Specifications New Toyota Rush

New Toyota Rush Galleries:

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