2009 Pontiac Vibe GT Engine Swap

1.8-liter VVTL-i (2ZZ-GE) and VVT-i (1ZZ-FE) engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, and performance tuning discussions
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CDNpatriot
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2009 Pontiac Vibe GT Engine Swap

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Looking at engine swap compatibility for a Pontiac Vibe GT 2009
I believe engines that are suitable donor candidates for a 2ZZ-GE swap (I assume this is the engine I have ):

The 2ZR-FE produces significantly less power (132 hp vs. 180 hp)

The 2AZ-FE is a larger, heavier 2.4L engine with different mounting points

Neither engine features the VVTL-i variable valve timing system that gives the 2ZZ-GE its high-rev character

For a proper 2ZZ-GE replacement, seems like I need to source from the earlier models listed: 2009-10 Vibe GT or Matrix GRS? Any other earlier models that have this engine? Are engines with 200 km a bad idea to swap?
2009 Pontiac Vibe GT
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