These were getting popular on diesels a few years ago. Have they made it to cars yet. I would think being able to affect the inner volume of the turbo on the fly might make it build up pressure faster.
2006-09-08 13:21:37 · 3 answers · asked by isx650 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes. They first appeared on some of the faster Chrysler K-cars in the late '80s / early '90s. This engine was called the VNT or Turbo IV, and showed up mostly in Shadow CSX's and LeBaron GTC's. They're very rare.
2006-09-09 03:01:54 · answer #1 · answered by Mad Scientist Matt 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only one I am aware of is the 2006 Porsche 911 turbo. It uses a VTG turbo made by BorgWarner. The big hold-up in design is the higher exhaust temperatures made by gasoline cars (not as big a problem in the diesels).
2006-09-08 20:27:09 · answer #2 · answered by boobatuba 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the MR-7 did. I heard the gas mileage really sucked because the engine was not as efficient as a standard piston type.
2006-09-08 20:29:11 · answer #3 · answered by S.A.M. Gunner 7212 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋