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PapoSwing 08-02-2004 11:27 AM

Difference between 2001 2.0 zetec and 2.3L
I have found a 2001 2.3L Zx3 for a family member and I'm guessing it's a PZEV. I was wondering what the difference in performance between a 2001 2.3L PZEV and a 2.0 L zetec is? Does it have more power?

Gage 08-02-2004 11:44 AM

To the best of my knowledge there was no Focus 2.3Litre Duratec in 2001 Pzev or otherwise... It was released on a preliminary basis in 2003 and came standard in the Green States ie Mass.

all motor 08-02-2004 11:47 AM

first 2.3l duratecs to hit america was in 2003, they are a much better platform than the zetec, more hp and tq stock and they respond much better to mods due to the restrictive emissions parts

Gage 08-02-2004 11:47 AM

To answer your question though... The 2.3 has more horsepower and torque vs the zetec. 145 hp vs 130. Atx are also beefed up, 2.3 has bigger gas tank

dudemanzx3 08-02-2004 05:55 PM

So whoever told you their 2001 zx3 was a 2.3L is wrong. I wouldn't buy it if I were you, sounds to me like the seller is trying to swindle you.

dub g-unit 08-02-2004 06:05 PM

I agree^^^

PapoSwing 08-03-2004 11:09 AM

That's weird cause on the sticker it says 2001 and that it is a 2.3L. I don't know if it's PZEV or something else. Also the car is at a Subaru and Audi dealership and they have a pretty good rep when it comes to used cars.

all motor 08-03-2004 11:11 AM

if it is a 2001 it is not a 2.3, look under the hood itll say zetec on the valve cover and the cover will be black, the duratecs have a mag valve cover thats blank, and a coil on plug ignition

budzen 08-03-2004 11:16 AM

yea man, there is no 2.3L in 01 foci..

Gage 08-03-2004 11:34 AM

Possible transplant? Maybe the original Zetec or SPI blew up...


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