Tuesday, July 15, 2008

NISSAN ALTIMA HYBRID

Nissan Altima Hybrid
The Nissan Altima Sedan Hybrid is a greener alternative to the standard Altima Sedan. It's Nissan's first gas/electric hybrid and uses technology that was first used by Toyota. Driving at lower speeds, the car is powered by an electric motor, but when the car speeds up, a four-cylinder 158 horsepower gas engine takes over. The CVT (continuously variable transmission) adds to the car's fuel economy and is available with a slightly different programming than the other Nissan models with CVT. Powered by a 158 horsepower 2.5 liter four-cylinder and a 40 horsepower electric motor, the Altima Hybrid offers an impressive 35/33 mpg city/highway. When the car come to a stop, the gas engine shuts off and, if the car needs more power, the electric motor can add another 40 horsepower to the gas engine. An electric air-conditioning compressor is used instead of a belt-driven compressor so that the AC stays on when the engine shuts off. The Altima Hybrid comes with electronic stability system, traction control, electronic power steering, and antilock brakes. Also standard is Nissan's Intelligent Key Feature that permits the engine to start as long as the key fob is inside the car. A convenience package adds power windows in the front, a leather wrapped steering wheel, and rear spoiler, among other features. A connection package will get you satellite radio, Bluetooth phone connectivity, and a sound system. A navigation system is optional, and it has the added novelty of display how much work is being done between the electric motor and the gas engine. As of 2008, the Altima hybrid is only available in California, New York, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont, Rhode Island, Maine, and New Jersey.

Features….

MECHANICAL

2.5L DOHC 16-valve I4 engine w/40-hp electric motor
Hybrid system power
244.8V nickel metal hydride (NiMH) hybrid battery
Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (eCVT)
Shift interlock
Front wheel drive
Traction control system (TCS)
Vehicle dynamic control
Independent front strut suspension w/stabilizer bar
Independent multi-link rear suspension w/stabilizer bar
Electric pwr vehicle speed-sensitive rack & pinion steering
Pwr front vented & rear solid disc brakes
Integrated regenerative braking
Anti-lock braking system
Electronic brake force distribution
Brake assist
Dual chrome-tipped exhaust finishers

EXTERIOR
16" x 7.0" alloy wheels
P215/60R16 all-season tires
Compact spare tire
Body color bumpers
Body color side molding
Body color door handles
Splash guards
Halogen headlights
Body color pwr mirrors
UV reducing glass w/dark upper windshield band
Variable intermittent flat blade windshield wipers w/mist function
Speed-sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers w/mist function

INTERIOR
Cloth seat trim
Contoured reclining front bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints
Fixed rear bench seat
Front console w/integral armrest, storage compartments
Front door map pockets
Triple bottle holders in center console
Coin holder
Floor & trunk carpeting
Tilt & telescopic steering column w/mounted cruise controls
Intelligent Key system w/push-button ignition
Vehicle immobilizer system
Vehicle security system
Instrumentation-inc: hybrid power/charge display, battery state-of-charge, fuel gauges
Warning lights-inc: door ajar, low fuel, low washer fluid
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Pwr windows w/driver side auto up/down
Retained accessory pwr
Battery-saver timing device
Pwr door locks w/driver & passenger door lock switches, auto-lock feature
Remote hood/fuel-filler door & pwr trunk releases, trunk cancel switch
Dual zone auto temp control w/rear-passenger floor vents
Front side window demister
Rear window defroster w/timer
AM/FM stereo w/CD player & (6) speakers
Auxiliary audio input
Roof mounted/diversity radio antenna
Dual cup holders in rear center armrest
Dual 12V DC pwr points
Dual sunvisors w/vanity mirrors
Interior courtesy lamps-inc: glove box, trunk
Overhead console w/sunglass holder, front map lights, rear reading lights
Rear coat hook

SAFETY
Anti-lock braking system
Traction control system (TCS)
Vehicle dynamic control
Shift interlock
Driver & passenger supplemental dual-stage front airbags w/occupant classification sensor
Front side-impact airbags
Front/rear roof mounted side curtain airbags
Front seat belts w/pretensioners, load limiters, adjustable upper anchors, seat belt sensors
3-point seat belts in all seating positions
ELR seat belt system for driver seating position
ALR/ELR seat belt system for passenger seating positions
Front seat active head restraints
Child safety rear door locks
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH)
Child restraint upper anchors
Energy absorbing steering column
Front & rear crumple zones
Side-door guard beams
Emergency inside trunk release
Zone body construction

SPECIFICATIONS:

VEHICLE
EPA Classification---- Midsize

ENGINE
Engine Order Code---- QR25DE
Engine Type---- Gas/Electric I4
Displacement---- 2.5L/152
Fuel System---- SMPI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM---- 198 @ 5200-6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM---- 162 @ 2800-4800/199 @ 0-1500

TRANSMISSION
Drivetrain---- Front Wheel Drive
Trans Type---- 1
Trans Description Cont---- Continuously variable
First Gear Ratio (:1)---- - TBD -
Reverse Ratio (:1)---- 1.78
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)---- 3.54

MILEAGE
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG)---- 35
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG)---- 33

ELECTRICAL
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0 F (Primary)---- 550
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)---- 110

COOLING SYSTEM
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts)---- 8.0

WEIGHT INFORMATION
Base Curb Weight (lbs)---- 3471

TRAILERING
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)---- 1000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)---- 100
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs)---- 1000
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs)---- 100

SUSPENSION
Suspension Type – Front---- Independent Strut
Suspension Type – Rear---- Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)---- - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm)---- - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm)---- - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in)---- 0.86
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in)---- 0.68

BRAKES
Brake Type---- Power
Brake ABS System---- 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or )---- Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or )---- Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)---- 11.7 x 1.02
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in)---- 11.5 x 0.35

TIRES
Front Tire Size---- P215/60R16
Rear Tire Size---- P215/60R16
Spare Tire Size---- T135/90D16

WHEELS
Front Wheel Size (in)---- 16 x 7.0
Rear Wheel Size (in)---- 16 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Size (in)---- Compact
Front Wheel Material---- Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material---- Aluminum
Spare Wheel Material---- Steel

STEERING
Steering Type---- Power Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall---- 16.2
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)---- 2.83
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft)---- 36.1

FUEL TANK
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal)---- 20.0

EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase (in)---- 109.3
Length, Overall (in)---- 189.8
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in)---- 70.7
Height, Overall (in)---- 57.9
Tread Width, Front (in)---- 61.0
Tread Width, Rear (in)---- 60.8
Min Ground Clearance (in)---- 5.6
Liftover Height (in)---- 27.6

CARGO AREA DIMENSIONS
Trunk Volume (ft)---- 10.1

INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Passenger Capacity---- 5
Passenger Volume (ft�)---- 100.7
Front Head Room (in)---- 40.6
Front Head Room (in)---- 40.1
Front Leg Room (in)---- 44.1
Front Shoulder Room (in)---- 55.7
Front Hip Room (in)---- 56.8
Second Head Room (in)---- 36.8
Second Head Room (in)---- 35.9
Second Leg Room (in)---- 35.8
Second Shoulder Room (in)---- 55.5
Second Hip Room (in)---- 52.5

Monday, July 14, 2008

Toyota Camry Hybrid

The stunning appearance and technologies used in Toyota Camry.......

Camry hybrid model is high lighted here....


Technical Specification(Exteriors)


Aerodynamic multi-reflector halogen headlamps with auto on/off feature-Standard
Aerodynamic multi-reflector halogen headlamps with blackout sport trim and auto on/off feature -Not available
Integrated front fog lamps -Not available
16-in. steel wheels with P215/60R16 tires and full wheel covers-Standard
16-in. 7-spoke alloy wheels with P215/60R16 tires -Not available
17-in. 6-spoke alloy wheels with P215/55R17 tires -Not available
16-in. 8-spoke alloy wheels with P215/60R16 tires-available as part of an option package
Dual color-keyed power outside mirrors-Standard
Heated outside mirrors-Optional/available as part of an option package
Acoustic noise-reducing front windshield -Standard
High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass -Standard
Washer-linked variable intermittent windshield wipers with mist cycle -Standard
Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade-Optional/available as part of an option package
Blackout sport grille -Not available
Heavy-duty electric rear window defogger with timer -Standard
Dual exhaust -Not available
Chrome-tipped exhaust -Standard
Color-keyed front and rear underbody spoilers and side rocker panel moldings -Not available
Color-keyed rear lip spoiler -Not available

Toyota Camry (Exterior)



Technical Specification(Interiors)

Optional/available as part of an option package
Multi-information display with outside temperature, average fuel economy, driving range, average-speed and travel distance since start -Not available
Multi-information display with ECO Drive Level, hybrid system energy flow outside temperature, average fuel economy, driving range, average speed and travel distance since start -Standard
Multi-function remote keyless entry system with lock, unlock, trunk-release panic features and illuminated entry -Standard
Smart Key System with Push Button Start and remote illuminated entry -Standard Tilt/telescopic steering wheel with audio controls -Standard
Cruise control -Standard
4-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel and wood-grain-style shift lever -Not available
3-spoke leather-wrapped sport steering wheel and shift lever -Not available
Leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob -Standard
Fabric seat and door trim with integrated armrests and dual front and rear map pockets -Standard
Fabric seat and door trim treated with Fraichir™ process with integrated armrests and dual front and rear map pockets -Not available
Leather-trimmed seats and door trim with integrated armrests and dual front and rear map pockets -Not available
Leather-trimmed seats and door trim with integrated armrests, driver and front passenger power seats and dual front and rear map pockets-available as part of an option package
Heated front seats-available as part of an option package
Unique Sport fabric -Not available
Metallic-style interior trim with chrome door handle accents -Standard
Wood-grain-style interior trim with chrome accents on door handles -Not available
Multi-adjustable front bucket seats with adjustable headrests and seatback pockets, manual driver's seat with vertical seat height adjuster and lumbar support -Not available
Multi-adjustable power passenger seat -Not available
Multi-adjustable power driver's seat with adjustable seatback and lumbar support -Standard
60/40 split fold-down rear seat with security locks, adjustable headrests and center armrest with cup holders -Not available
60/40 split fold-down rear seat with security locks, adjustable headrests and seatbelt positioning clips -Standard
40/20/40 split manually reclining rear seats with separate headrests, center armrest with cup holders and locking trunk pass-through -Not available
Defroster-linked CFC-free air conditioning with dust and pollen filter -Not available
Defroster-linked CFC-free dual zone auto climate control with dust and pollen filter, Plasmacluster™ ionizer, steering wheel-mounted controls and rear-seat vents -Not available Defroster-linked CFC-free dual zone auto climate control with electric compressor and Plasmacluster™ ionizer and rear-seat vents -Standard
AM/FM CD player with MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, six speakers and in-glass antenna -Standard
JBL® AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer with satellite radio capability, MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, hands-free phone capability via Bluetooth® wireless technology, eight speakers in six locations and FM diversity reception-available as part of an option package
Voice-activated DVD navigation system with JBL AM/FM 4-disc in-dash CD changer with satellite radio capability, MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, hands-free phone capability via Bluetooth wireless technology, eight speakers in six locations and FM diversity Reception-available as part of an option package
Day/night rearview mirror -Standard
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass-available as part of an option package
Illuminated entry -Standard
HomeLink® universal transceiver -Standard
Power windows with driver's auto-down and retained-power features -Standard
Power windows with driver's auto up/down and retained-power features with jam protection -Not available
Power automatic door locks with anti-lockout feature -Standard
Optitron meters with speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature and fuel level gauges; digital odometer and twin tripmeters with outside temperature display -Not available
Blue Optitron sport meters -Not available
Optitron meters with speedometer, instant mpg, coolant temperature and fuel level gauges; digital odometer and twin tripmeters -Standard
Manually retractable rear window sunshade -Not available
Rear personal reading lights-available as part of an option package
Hand lever parking brake -Not available
Foot pedal parking brake -Standard
Remote hood, trunk and fuel-filler door releases -Standard
Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors-available as part of an option package
Overhead console with maplights and sunglasses holder -Standard
Lockable illuminated glove box -Standard
Digital quartz clock -Standard
Bi-level covered center console with storage -Standard
Sliding center armrest -Not available
Two 12V auxilary power outlets -Standard
Front cup holders -Standard
Fold-down rear center armrest with dual cup holders -Standard
Trunk luggage box -Not available
Trunk-mounted cargo net -Standard


Interiors

Sophisticated.....



Safety Features....

SAFETY
Driver and front passenger Advanced Airbag System –StandardDriver and front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags and front and rear side curtain airbags -Standard
Driver's knee airbag -Standard
3-point front seatbelts with adjustable shoulder anchors and driver-side Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR), front passenger Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) -Standard
3-point rear seatbelts with Automatic/Emergency Locking Retractors (ALR/ELR) for all passengers -Standard
Outboard rear seatbelt comfort guides -Standard
Front and rear crumple zones and side-impact door beams -Standard
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist -Standard
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRAC) -Standard
Direct Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) -Standard
Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) -Standard
Energy-absorbing collapsible steering column -Standard
Child-protector rear door locks -Standard
Rear-seat Child Restraint System (CRS) lower anchors and top tether brackets (LATCH) -Standard
Internal trunk-release handle -Standard
Battery-saver feature--deactivates interior lights after 20 minutes -Standard
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) with off mode -Standard
Engine immobilizer -Standard
Engine immobilizer with alarm -Not available



SPECIFICATIONS

MECHANICAL
Hybrid System Net Power: 187 hp (140 kW) -Standard
Engine 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve VVT-i 4-cylinder; 158 hp @ 6000 rpm/161 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm -Not available
3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve Dual VVT-i V6; 268 hp @ 6200 rpm/248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm -Not available
Hybrid Engine: 2.4-liter DOHC 16-valve VVT-i-4-cylinder Hybrid; 147 hp @ 6000 rpm; 138 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm -Standard
Emission Rating: Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV-II) -Not available
Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (AT-PZEV) -Standard
Ignition Electronic, with Toyota Direct Ignition (TDI) -Standard
Electric Motor Power Output: 199 lb.-ft @ 0-1500 rpm -Standard
Motor Type: Permanent magnet AC synchronous motor -Standard
Voltage: 650V maximum -Standard
Traction Battery Power Output: 40 hp (30 kW) -Standard
Battery Type: Sealed Nickel-Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) -Standard
Voltage: 244.8V -Standard
5-speed manual overdrive -Not available
5-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive with intelligence (ECT-i) -Not available
6-speed electronically controlled automatic overdrive with intelligence (ECT-i) -Not available electronically controlled continuously variable transmission (ECVT) and sequential shift -Standard
Drivetrain: Front engine, front-wheel drive -Standard
Body Construction Unitized body with front and rear vibration-dampening sub-frames -Standard
Hybrid Suspension: MacPherson strut front suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar, dual-link independent MacPherson strut rear suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar -Standard
Suspension MacPherson strut front suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar, dual-link independent MacPherson strut rear suspension with gas-filled shock absorbers and stabilizer bar (SE adds sport-tuned shock absorbers and springs, strut tower and trunk-mounted braces) -Not available
Steering Variable-assist power rack-and-pinion (Hybrid adds electric power-assist) -Standard
Turning circle diameter, curb to curb (ft.) 36.1 Brakes Power-assisted ventilated front/solid rear disc 4-channel 3-sensor Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist -Not available
Hybrid Brakes: Power-assisted ventilated front/solid rear disc with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) and integrated regenerative braking -Standard
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRAC) -Standard



DIMENSIONS

Exterior Dimensions (in.)
Overall height, unloaded 57.5
Overall width 71.7
Overall length 189.2
Wheelbase 109.3
Ground clearance 5.9
Track (front/rear) 62.0/61.6
Coefficient of drag (Cd) 0.27

Interior Dimensions (in.)
Head room (with moonroof) 38.8/37.8 (37.9/37.4)
Shoulder room 57.8/56.7
Hip room 54.6/53.9
Leg room 41.6/38.3
Seating capacity 5



OPTIONS

AVAILABLE OPTIONS
Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRAC) -Standard
Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass-available as part of an option package
16-in. 7-spoke alloy wheels with P215/60R16 tires -Not available
JBL AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer with satellite radio capability , MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, hands-free phone capability via Bluetooth wireless technology, eight speakers in six locations and FM diversity reception-available as part of an option package
Color-keyed rear lip spoiler -Not available
Voice-activated DVD navigation system with JBL AM/FM 4-disc in-dash CD changer with satellite radio capability, MP3/WMA playback capability, auxiliary audio jack, hands-free phone capability via Bluetooth wireless technology, eight speakers in six locations and FM diversity reception -Not available
Heated outside mirrors-Optional/available as part of an option package
Sport leather-trimmed seats -Not available
Leather-trimmed seats and door trim with integrated armrests and dual front and rear map pockets-available as part of an option package
Heated front seats -available as part of an option package,
Smart Key System -Standard
Power tilt/slide moonroof with sliding sunshade-Optional/available as part of an option package


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Sunday, July 13, 2008

Mugen JDM Honda Odyssey




Extension of Honda Mugan with 2 new kits, for Odyssey Absolute and standard Odyssey.






The Honda Odyssey Absolute kit features

New front aero bumper(option),
New camera cover,
New HID fog lights,
New front grille,
Front bumper garnish,

New side sills,

Ventilated visors,
Rear under spoiler with new exhaust cutters,
Rear roof spoiler,
New sport exhaust system,
New brake rotor,
New brake pads micro mesh brake line,
High performance brake fluid,
Reserve tank cover.
Interior featuring
New i-TCMS (intelligent-Tire Condition Monitoring System),

New sport mats,
Door sign light,
Rear view mirror cover and sport pedals.

NR XJ aluminium wheels available in 17 and 18 inch and 4 colors.


Standard Honda Odyssey the kit consists


New front bumper without the fog lights,
New front grille and a new rear lip spoiler.

HONDA MUGAN


FRONT AND BACK VIEW


GLITTERING TAIL LAMPS WITH DUAL EXHAUST AND SPOILER


NR XJ aluminium wheels



Saturday, July 12, 2008

HONDA ACCORD VARIANTS AND TECHNOLOGIES

HONDA ACCORD SEDAN
The new Honda Accord comes in both saloon and wagon forms, offering a host of engine and transmission options.
Available engines are

2.0-litre and 2.4-litre i-VTEC petrol engines,

2.2-litre i-DTEC diesel engine.

Petrol engine has 5 speed automatic transmission and 6 speed manual transmission.
All the other engines have 6 speed transmission. The new Accord has a sleek new design with sparkling new head lamps and also it is long, wider and sporty than its previous models. Accord also has new safety features. The fuel efficiency is increased in Honda Accord, because the cylinders are shut down according to the use of the vehicle along different roads. All the cylinders are used while driving the car uphill, not in down hill. Traction control, Vehicle Stability Assist and active front head restraints are offered in all models of Accord. The interior of the car is increased since the dimensions are increased by 102mm in Length and 76 mm in Width.
HONDA ACCORD COUPE
Accord in Canada Sedans LX, EX, EX-L, EX V6, and EX-L V6. Coupes EX, EX-L, EX-L V6, and EX-L V6 6MT.

Friday, July 11, 2008

Latest Technology In Honda Civic Hybrid

Honda Civic hybrid is the hybrid version of Honda Civic Sedan. Continuously variable transmission and Integrated Motor Assist are used in Honda Civic Hybrid version to make it a more fuel efficient Hybrid Sedan.

HONDA CIVIC HYBRID
Honda Civic hybrid version uses the method Power Assist Hybrids.The technology is that the electric motor is mounted between the engine and transmission. It is large electric motor which operates not only when the engine needs to be turned over, but also when the driver changes the driving mode to the gasoline mode and requires extra power. Honda Civic hybrid version also uses Integrated Motor Assist (commonly abbreviated as IMA) It uses an electric motor mounted between the engine and transmission to act as a starter motor, engine balancer, and assist traction motor. The theory behind IMA is to use regenerative braking to recapture some of the energy lost during deceleration, and reuse that energy later on to help accelerate the vehicle. IMA technology has two effects:

1.IMA raises the rate of acceleration, and it lowers the work required of the mechanical engine. The acceleration boost is important as it allows the engine to be scaled down to a smaller but more fuel-efficient variant without rendering the vehicle overly slow or weak. This smaller engine is the primary reason cars equipped with IMA get better highway mileage than their more conventional counterparts.

2.Additionally, vehicles equipped with IMA can shut off their engine when the vehicle stops and use the electric motor to rapidly spin it back up when the driver releases the brake pedal.