Are the engines of Venucia and Sylphy the same?
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Venucia and Sylphy use the same engine. Engine used: Venucia and Sylphy use the same engine. In terms of power, both vehicles are equipped with a Nissan HR16 1.6L engine, which delivers a maximum power of 126 horsepower and a maximum torque of 154 Nm. Differences between Venucia and Sylphy engines: Although both use Nissan's technology and are of good quality, there are still some differences in craftsmanship. The Sylphy has a better brand reputation as it is a joint-venture model with relatively more advanced and stable technology. Additionally, in terms of price, Venucia's engine is cheaper than Sylphy's.
From a technical parameter comparison, some Venucia models did use the same HR16DE engine as the Sylphy, like the Venucia D60 and the older Sylphy. This 1.6L naturally aspirated engine shares the same code, bore, stroke, and compression ratio. However, the engine bay layout may vary depending on the model, and the ECU tuning also differs. Later, as Venucia developed independently, new models began using its own VSA platform, with more diverse engine options. Nowadays, when buying a new car, you need to check the specific model manual. A few years ago, technology sharing within the same group was quite common.
My 2015 Venucia R50 is equipped with the same engine as the Nissan Sylphy, and it hasn't had any major repairs in 8 years of driving. The mechanic said even the timing chain and spark plug models are interchangeable, making maintenance hassle-free. However, last year when I helped a friend pick up a new Venucia V, the engine bay layout was completely different. The salesperson mentioned it now uses a Shenyang Aerospace Mitsubishi 1.5T engine. So you can't generalize that the entire lineup is the same—it depends on the specific model year. As a veteran owner, I suggest comparing part numbers during maintenance for accuracy, as even small components like cooling fans have variations.
