Key Specifications:
- Engine Code: Z16XEP
- Engine Type: 1.6L (1598cc) 4-cylinder, 16-valve, DOHC, Naturally Aspirated Petrol Engine
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Power Output: Approximately 76-77 kW (103-105 hp)
- Displacement: 1598 cc
- Valves per Cylinder: 4
- Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive (FWD)
The 2004 Opel 1.6i Z16XEP engine is a 1.6-liter (1598cc), 16-valve, 4-cylinder petrol engine found in models like the Astra H, Meriva, Zafira, and Vectra C. It features Dual Overhead Camshafts (DOHC) and Variable Valve Timing (VVT), producing around 103 hp (77 kW) at 5,800 rpm and 147 Nm (108 lb-ft) of torque at 4,000 rpm. It has a bore of 79 mm, a stroke of 81.5 mm, and a compression ratio of 10.5:1.
Key Specifications
- Engine Code: Z16XEP
- Engine Type: 1.6L 16V DOHC Petrol (Naturally Aspirated)
- Displacement: 1598cc
- Cylinders: 4
- Valves: 16
- Max Power: 103 hp (77 kW) at 5,800 rpm
- Max Torque: 147 Nm (108 lb-ft) at 4,000 rpm
- Bore: 79 mm
- Stroke: 81.5 mm
- Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
- Valvetrain: DOHC with VVT
- Cooling: Water-cooled
Compatible Models (circa 2004)
- Opel Astra (e.g., Astra H)
- Opel Meriva
- Opel Zafira (e.g., Zafira A and Zafira B)
- Opel Vectra (e.g., Vectra C)
Features
- DOHC: Dual Overhead Camshafts for efficient valve operation.
- VVT: Variable Valve Timing to optimize performance and fuel economy.
- 16 Valves: Dual valves per cylinder for improved airflow.
- EcoTec: Part of Opel’s EcoTec engine family, known for efficiency.







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