Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC

Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 petrol description

Coupe Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC has been produced from January, 1994 to December, 1997. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.0 litres, which produces power of 136 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 185 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 310 up to 520 thousand kilometres. It is important to remember that engine life is highly dependent on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
More engine specs 
This Opel Calibra 2.0 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.25 litres.

Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 9.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 215 km/h.

Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC fuel consumption is 7.8 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (12.8 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Opel Calibra 1994 - 1997 versions, city fuel economy - 10.5 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 5.9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 63 litres or 16.64 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 800 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1060 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Opel real everyday fuel consumption is 8.5 litres per 100 km, which is 9% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Opel Calibra fuel consumption.

With the same engine there are also two other Opel Calibra versions - with automatic gearbox (Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC AT), and with four wheel (4x4) drive and automatic gearbox (Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC AT 4x4) available:
  • Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC AT is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 2 seconds later (in 11.5 seconds), but manufacturer's fuel consumption is lower by 0.3 litres per 100 km or 4 % - 7.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.4 litres per 100 km or 5 % - 8.9 litres per 100 km
  • Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC AT 4x4 users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 0.6 litres per 100 km or 7 % - 9.1 litres per 100 km
Opel Calibra 1994

Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC technical data

Model: Opel Calibra 2.0 16V ECOTEC
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 1994. January ... 1997. December 
Engine: 1998 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: no data
Power: 136 HP ON 5600 RPM Torque: 185 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 215 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.5 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 7.8 (combined) 10.5 (urban) 5.9 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 8.5 l/100km (27.7 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 63 litres (16.6 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.49m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.32m (height)
Turning diameter: 11.5 meters
Seats: 4 seats
Trunk capacity: 300 litres
Trunk max capacity: 980 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1670 kg

Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC engine X20XEV

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 1998 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 86 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 86 mm
Compression ratio 10.8 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.25 litres (4.5 quarts)
Coolant capacity 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts)
Power 136 HP ON 5600 RPM
Torque 185 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 1994
Duration of production 6 years
Engine also used on Opel Astra Opel Vectra Opel Omega

All Opel Calibra coupe [1994 - 1997] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox Drive type
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 8V Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 8.2 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 8V Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 2.0 Petrol 115 HP 8.1 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 7.8 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC

Most fuel efficient version

2.0 Petrol 136 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V ECOTEC 4x4 2.0 Petrol 136 HP - Automatic (4) All wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 2.0 16V Turbo 4x4 Jan 1994 — Dec 1996

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 6.8 seconds

2.0 Petrol 204 HP 9.0 l/100km Manual (6) All wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 2.5 Petrol 170 HP 8.7 l/100km Manual (5) Front wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 2.5 V6 ECOTEC Jan 1994 — Dec 1996 2.5 Petrol 170 HP 8.7 l/100km Automatic (4) Front wheel
Opel Calibra 1994 reviews
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