How much HP does a LQ9 have?

345 hp
LQ9 Performance Specifications

Engine Ratings
Compression Ratio 10.1:1
Horsepower Rating 345 hp
Torque Rating 380 ft./lbs.

Is the LQ9 a good engine?

The LQ9 is a limited production engine and VERY desirable as it is the HO 6.0L and comes with a premium price. Price Considerations: The LQ9 being a limited production engine often comes with about a $1000 premium over a similar age / mileage LQ4.

What vehicles came with the LQ9 engine?

The LQ9 was an improved, high-output version of the LQ4. It was introduced in 2002 for the Cadillac Escalade. It was available in the Escalade and GM pickups until 2007. The LQ9 was also known as the Vortec HO 6000 or the VortecMAX.

Is a LQ9 an LS engine?

To many well-versed in automotive history, General Motors’ revolutionary Gen III LS platform is the standard-bearer for engine excellence. From 1999 to 2007, iron-block variations of the LS, known as the LQ4 and LQ9, were found in several trucks, SUVs and vans from GM.

What is the difference between a LQ4 and a LQ9 engine?

The 6.0L LQ4 and LQ9 are iron blocks, only difference between them is compression ration. Only real difference is pistons LQ4 had dished and LQ9 had flat tops (yes rods were different on early LQ4 and 99-00 had iron heads) Only way to tell is look at pistons or vin of donor save for 99-00 with iron heads as its an LQ4.

Is LQ9 a LS2?

The LQ9 is a GEN III based engine, easily interchangable with LS1 cars and still interchangeable with LS2’s with a few tweeks. LS2’s have a different reluctor, and the cam sensor is on the timing cover.

What’s the difference between a LQ4 and LQ9?

How much does a LQ9 cost?

Base Price LQ9 $13,499 / LY6 $14,199.

Is the LQ9 an LS2?

This. The LQ9 is a GEN III based engine, easily interchangable with LS1 cars and still interchangeable with LS2’s with a few tweeks. LS2’s have a different reluctor, and the cam sensor is on the timing cover.

Does the LQ9 have AFM?

Like the rest of the Gen 3 truck engines, the LQ4 used a 24x reluctor wheel and a three-bolt cam and didn’t have AFM/DOD/VVT. In 2002, Chevy released a high output version of the 6.0 known as the LQ9 or Vortec Max engine. This engine can be identified by a letter N in the 8th digit of the VIN.