The 2.4 entered production in December 1994 for minivans and cloud cars with the four speed automatic transmission. In 2002, it was titled "PowerTech" in the Jeep Cherokee.
The 2.4 has a high compression ratio, (9.4:1) and knock sensor. It has a partially open deck, bedplate, powdered metal connecting rods, crankshaft design, sealing features, fuel injection system and direct ignition system.
The 2.4 far surpasses the previous Chrysler 2.5-liter SOHC engine in power and torque. Ratings for first this engine are (using regular gas):
Power @ rpm -- 147 hp (110 kW) @ 5200
Torque @ rpm -- 165 lb.-ft. (224 N•m) @ 4000
If you'd like information about boosting the performance of this engine, please see the
Jeep Performance - Jeepz.com forum
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