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How many cylinders is a 4.2 engine?

You can't determine the number of cylinders just from the "4.2" designation. "4.2" likely refers to the engine's displacement in liters.

Here's why:

* Engine Displacement: "4.2" means the engine's cylinders have a total combined volume of 4.2 liters.

* Number of Cylinders: The number of cylinders can vary greatly, even with the same displacement. Common configurations for a 4.2L engine include:

* 4-cylinder: Each cylinder would have a displacement of 1.05 liters.

* 6-cylinder: Each cylinder would have a displacement of 0.7 liters.

* 8-cylinder: Each cylinder would have a displacement of 0.525 liters.

To find the number of cylinders, you need more information, such as the engine's model or manufacturer.