The 4P10 Engine: Smaller, Smarter, Stronger — Why 3.0L Now Beats 4.2L
Story by Ezad Alfuso
I meet many customers who still believe,
“Bigger engine means more power.”
Not anymore.
The 4P10 is the engine that broke that old rule — a 3.0L engine that performs far beyond the old 4.2L. Once you understand the engineering behind it, the results make perfect sense.
Modern technology > old displacement.
Every time.
The Numbers That Shock Most Customers
Old Canter (4D33)
4.2L → 80 kW (109 PS)
New Canter (4P10)
3.0L → 110 kW (150 PS)
A smaller engine producing 37% more power.
Sounds impossible — until you look at the engineering.
What’s Inside the 4P10
🚩4-cylinder, in-line
🚩Water-cooled
🚩DOHC design
🚩2,998 cc
🚩110 kW (150 PS) @ 2,840–3,500 rpm
🚩370 Nm @ 1,350–2,840 rpm
🚩Euro V compliant
This engine isn’t just powerful — it’s smart.
Power Per Liter: The Real Comparison
| Engine | Displacement | Max Power | Output/Liter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4D33 (old) | 4.2L | 80 kW | 19.0 kW/L |
| 4D34T4 (old) | 3.9L | 100 kW | 25.6 kW/L |
| 4P10T4 (new) | 3.0L | 110 kW | 36.7 kW/L |
The 4P10 delivers the highest specific power ever seen in a Canter.
What This Means For Business Owners
1. Faster Acceleration
Easier overtaking.
Smoother pickup.
Better performance even when fully loaded.
Real impact: Delivery efficiency improves immediately.
2. Better Hill Climbing
110 kW pushes the truck up inclines without hesitation.
Real impact: Fewer gear changes, more consistent speed.
3. Lower Fuel Consumption
Big engines need more fuel to move themselves.
A lighter, optimized 3.0L engine works smarter, not harder.
Real impact: Long-term savings on every route.
The Secret Weapon: Wide Torque Plateau
370 Nm from 1,350 rpm… and it holds until 2,840 rpm.
That’s a huge usable torque range.
Why it matters:
🚩Strong low-end pull
🚩Better city driving with frequent stops
🚩Less engine strain
🚩Smoother, quieter performance
🚩Earlier upshifting → better fuel economy
Real impact: Driver comfort goes up, fuel cost goes down.
How FUSO Achieved This
1. DOHC Architecture
More accurate valve control → cleaner combustion → stronger output.
2. Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT)
🚩Boost adjusts instantly
🚩No turbo lag
🚩Strong low-end torque
🚩Consistent top-end power
3. High-Pressure Common Rail
Fuel is atomized precisely → powerful burn → lower emissions.
4. Intelligent ECU Management
Constant optimization of:
🚩Injection timing
🚩Turbo pressure
🚩Emission systems
Result: Maximum performance with minimum fuel waste.
Powerful But Still Fuel-Efficient
Old thinking: “More power = higher fuel usage.”
Modern reality: “Efficient engines = less fuel.”
The 4P10 achieves this through:
🚩Smaller internal friction
🚩Perfect combustion timing
🚩Modern turbo efficiency
🚩Lightweight architecture
Real consumption: ~8–10 L/100 km (mixed)
This is 15–20% better than older Euro III engines.
Clean, Compliant, Ready for the Future
Euro V means:
🚩Cleaner air
🚩Lower emissions
🚩Better fuel burn
🚩Long-term environmental compliance
Your fleet stays relevant as regulations tighten.
The Final Verdict
Old 4.2L Engine (4D33)
🚩109 PS
🚩Higher fuel use
🚩Outdated Euro III emission
🚩Slower performance
New 3.0L 4P10
🚩150 PS
🚩Stronger torque
🚩Better fuel economy
🚩Cleaner Euro V compliance
🚩Modern, efficient technology
You get more power while using less fuel.
That’s engineering done right.
What Owners Tell Me
“Pickup is much better than my old truck.”
“Fuel savings are real.”
“Didn’t expect a 3.0L to pull this strong.”
“Feels smoother, especially with load.”
Real results, not theory.
Ready to Experience It Yourself?
📞 Contact Ezad – 017 661 7101
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Let’s talk about your needs:
✅ Get full specifications
✅ Arrange a test drive
✅ Discuss financing options
Your next truck has already proven itself — across three continents, over 7 million kilometers.
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Author: Ezad Alfuso, Truck Sales Advisor at Petaling Jaya.