Sentences with phrase «cylinder turbo engines rather»

Unlike Volkswagen's previous R models (such as the Golf R32), these use four - cylinder turbo engines rather than V6s.

Not exact matches

Having a larger engine to start of with (4litre vs 2.5 litre) and eight cylinders rather than four means 1) a lower compression ratio will effect driveability less and 2) more cylinders means more power strokes per engine rotation which will charge the turbo quicker creating boost quicker.

However, since the base engine had devolved from a 2.0 - liter turbo four - cylinder to the rather grim, 2.5 - liter five - cylinder, we moved up to the turbo - diesel.

Those who want the greater capability of all - wheel drive must opt for Volvo's aging turbo five - or six - cylinder engines, which pair with a six - rather than eight - speed transmission.

In a sign of the times, the entry - level 630i model will get a 2 - litre four - cylinder turbo petrol engine, rather than the straight - six those numbers have traditionally denoted.

This means that the turbos are nestled between the engine's cylinder banks, rather than hung off the sides, for more compact packaging, more responsive spooling, and better control over thermal efficiency.

It seems that the new BMW M3 will be powered by a fresh 3.3 - liter six - cylinder engine equipped with three turbos — one powered by electricity, rather than the exhaust gases.

Speaking of engine, there's a choice of two rather charming three - cylinder 1.0 - litre turbo - petrol units that generate more power than the Polo's previous engines while also sipping a bit less fuel.