What does a Subaru engine weigh in comparison to a VW engine?
A21: A VW air-cooled Type 4 2.0 litre engine weighs about 130 kg, depending on what emissions equipment, etc. is fitted. A naturally aspirated four cylinder 2.2 Subaru engine weighs about 130 kg. A turbo four cylinder 2.0 Subaru engine weighs about 150 kg. A 3.0 six cylinder Subaru engine weighs about 169 kg (2000 – 2003), or 160 kg (2003 ). Note just 10 – 20 kg more then a four cylinder turbo. A 3.3 six cylinder Subaru engine weighs about 180 kg (estimated).