What is the difference between DJM and EA211?
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The differences between DJM and EA211 are as follows: 1. Different references: EA211 does not refer to a specific engine, it is an engine platform under Volkswagen, serving as the general code for all Volkswagen engines with displacements below 1.6 liters; DJM is a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine under the EA211 platform, matched with models such as Santana, Jetta, and Bora. 2. Different engines included: EA211 is an engine developed by Volkswagen based on the MQB platform, including 1.4L four-cylinder turbocharged engines, 1.6L four-cylinder naturally aspirated engines, 1.0L three-cylinder naturally aspirated engines, and 1.2L four-cylinder turbocharged engines, mainly installed in compact cars such as Polo, Golf, Lavida, and Bora. DJM is a sub-model of the EA211 engine, belonging to the 1.5-liter naturally aspirated version, currently installed in the new Bora model. It has a maximum horsepower of 116 hp, a maximum power of 85 kW, and a maximum torque of 150 N·m, making it an economical engine.
Both EA211 and DJM are Volkswagen engines, but they differ significantly. The EA211 is currently Volkswagen's main small-displacement engine, featuring lightweight all-aluminum construction, and is used in models like the Lavida and Bora. The DJM is essentially a variant of the EA211, specifically designed for the domestic 1.5L naturally aspirated models, such as the older Lavida Classic. The most notable difference is that the DJM uses a cast iron cylinder block, while the EA211 is all-aluminum, resulting in a weight difference of around 20-30 pounds! In terms of tuning, the DJM prioritizes low-cost durability, with an output of about 112 horsepower, roughly 10 hp less than the 1.5L version of the EA211. When it comes to repairs, checking the engine number is the most accurate method—engines starting with DJM are easier to replace as a whole unit, while EA211 parts are much more readily available.
