compare mainly interms of mileage.The turbocharger engine gives more power than naturally aspirated engine,than what will be its mileage whether it will be more or less?
2006-09-28 05:03:29 · 13 answers · asked by royal siva 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
The turbocharger
2006-09-28 05:05:18 · answer #1 · answered by axel_jose187 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A supercharger and turbocharger both increase the airflow into the engine but a supercharger is normally mounted on top of the engine and uses a drive belt to power it. While over all you will gain horsepower, it still isn't 100% because the engine is using some of that power to make the supercharger function. Also the air going through is supercharger is much cooler than that of a turbo. A turbo uses the exhaust airflow for power so essentially it's 100% efficient as it doesn't take any power away from the engine, but as mention there is a 'lag' because it takes a few thousand rpms to begin spooling. Also because the turbo can get extremely hot, red hot usually, it's also used in conjunction with an inter-cooler to cool the air before entering the engine. Superchargers can use them also, but it's a definite must for a turbo.
2016-03-26 21:24:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
More power requires (all things being equal) more fuel. There is no magic formula around that.
However, I managed to get 28 mph out of my 84' turbo Colt at 55 mph, and 30 on that one magic morning when I averaged 90 mph. As it turns out, the turbo motor operated more efficiently at high speeds.
Most people don't buy a turbo motor for practicality reasons, including mileage. Given the choice beween a V6 and a turbo 4, I'd take the V6. The turbo is a $2000 part that hangs on the hottest part of your exhaust system. If you skip an oil change then the turbo will be the first to suffer. And, given the choice, driving the 6 cyl is much better, with no need to keep the motor in the turbo's narrow power band in order to have fun.
2006-09-28 05:15:33 · answer #3 · answered by geek49203 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes a turbo charged engine is going to provide more horse power but it's gonna take a toll on your gas milage since basically what a turbocharger does is presurize the air and gas mixture that gets sent to the pistons for combustion....what it does is force an extra 50% into the piston...so if you have a 5.0 ltr engine and add a turbocharger, it's adding another 2.5 ltrs so you pretty much have a 7.5 ltr engine when the turbo kicks on. if you put an intercooler on the car you will gain more horsepower as well because since the air and gas mixture is going into the engine colder...it molecularly able to fit more of the mixture into the engine because heated gases are harder to compress than colder gases so it allows more fuel going to the engine and helps keep your engine from over heating. but if you're not racing the car...with everyday driving a turbo can add fuel efficiency to your car
2006-09-28 05:18:47 · answer #4 · answered by anthony v 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the auto your comparing, a number of the older cars use more fuel with a turbo charged engine but some of them and the newer ones get better mileage. For example the new Saturn roadster/red line they are the same car but the red line is turbo and gets 2-3 miles to the gallon more then the other. An older blazer on the other hand would use more fuel if it was turbo charged than not. Most cars follow that trend so newer is better for turbo, unless you want a muscle car.
2006-09-28 05:13:47 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
EH? The turbocharged engine may be slightly more prone to failure due to the increased stress on all the mechanics of the extra power, but that doesn't really matter. Is the milleage a trick question?? Whats heavier a ton of bricks or a ton of feathers?
2006-09-28 05:07:28 · answer #6 · answered by Mr.Knowitall 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Generally Turbo charged engines of the same make and model and the NA engined cars will have similar milage specs, though Turbo's tend to use about 3-5 MPG more since most Turbo charged engines have higher compression ratios and often different gear ratios. this allows a peppier drive, but at a higher fuel cost, but really the biggest factor will be the weight of your foot.
2006-09-28 05:14:03 · answer #7 · answered by jeepguy_usa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are thinking about buying a used car with a turbocharger - Run Away Now!
2006-09-28 10:39:10 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The turbocharger will tend to decrease fuel efficiency due to increased waste heat and using unburned fuel for greater cooling.
2006-09-28 05:14:58 · answer #9 · answered by That Marvelous Ape 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Turbos don't last forever, and need replacement, like all other parts on your car. They are not cheap. Also, resale value on a car with turbo sometimes is less.
Forget the turbo unless you NEED the extra power, and are willing to pay extra.
2006-09-28 05:46:57 · answer #10 · answered by Trump 2020 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋