Sentences with phrase «of engine power»

Under normal driving conditions, some 90 percent of the engine power goes to the rear wheels, but if needed, most of that power can be sent to the front wheels.

No injuries or deaths have been reported in connection with this issue, but the automaker is taking the problem seriously since a sudden loss of engine power could lead to a crash.

We continually learn at the race track about delivering the right combination of engine power, durability and efficiency, combined with the development of advanced aerodynamics and the use of lightweight materials.

For the first time, race - bred thrills can be experienced in combination with the transfer of engine power through all four wheels.

Extra shift phases keep increases in rpm small between gear changes, and that contributes to optimal transmission of engine power in every driving situation.

This constantly keeps track of engine power between the front and rear wheels, adding traction as needed.

The throttle position sensor (s) are continually read and then the software makes appropriate adjustments to reach the desired amount of engine power.

Permanent, electronically controlled all - wheel drive ensures exactly the right distribution of engine power under all driving conditions.

[12] To accommodate the increase of engine power, several changes to the technical specification have been done.

The type of engine power that is needed for this truck can only be provided by a very powerful engine.

In normal driving conditions, 40 percent of engine power reaches the front wheels and 60 percent the rear wheels, permitting sporty handling with a rear - driven emphasis.

The suspension is further tuned to expertly manage the dynamic affects of engine power under acceleration or when applying the brakes.

For thrilling driving dynamics 33 percent of the engine power is sent to the front axle and 67 percent to the rear axle.

Introduction of new TDI and TSI engines, and the 7 - speed dual clutch transmission (DSG), has resulted in considerable improvement in fuel economy and reduced emissions over a wide range of engine power outputs.

The five - speed manual has an imprecise feel when compared to rivals, while the lack of engine power means the Micra isn't as relaxing to drive as some of its rivals.

Since the Porsche 911 with its engine mounted at the rear and appropriate weight distribution offers very good qualities for the use of engine power even on bad roads and surfaces with low grip, a locking factor of 28 per cent is sufficient under load, while the locking factor in overun is 40 per cent.

The Hulk also received a new traction control system that does not brake through the drive system, but rather by using the reduction of engine power by limiting the fuel coming from the fuel injectors.

This is a surefooted car that delivers a fine balance of engine power and driving dynamics with outstanding fuel economy.

It peaked two years later cresting 200 hp, and versions of the mill were used in Indy cars; Rover bought the design and versions of the engine powered Land Rovers into the 21st century.

The black COG is connected to the crankshaft of the engine with a belt just like the compressor of the air conditioner, and runs off of the engine power, think of it as a electric generator for the car.

With 75 percent of engine power available from only 1000 rpm, the car's throttle response is relaxed but potent — 0 to 60 mph is achieved in just 5.7 seconds, according to the factory, and the top speed is limited to 149 mph.

This is essentially half the cylinder block of the engine powering the Tata Ace, which itself uses a sliced Indica cylinder block.

The transmission on your Windstar is a hydraulic system, so efficient flow of transmission fluid is essential to proper application of engine power, through the transmission and to the drive axle.

Infiniti ratcheted back the gee - whiz features on the M56x in favor of engine power and extra passenger space.

There are three levels of Engine Power (P), Engine Brake (EB), and Honda Selectable Torque Control (HSTC) available; HSTC can also be switched off.

This «torque vectoring» of engine power operates seamlessly and allows up to 70 percent of the overall power to be sent to the rear - of which 100 percent of that power can be channeled to one rear wheel.

Jaguar's optional «instinctive» all - wheel drive transparently re-directs up to half of the engine power to the front wheels if the rears are slipping.

The extremely muscular rear wheel arches underline the MINI Paceman's sporting credentials, including its ability to send a portion of its engine power through the rear wheels.

[citation needed] The ZF «sliding pins and cams» became available, [1] and one example was the Type B - 70 used during the Second World War in the military VWs (Kübelwagen and Schwimmwagen), although technically this was not a limited - slip differential, but a system composed of two freewheels, which sent the whole of the engine power to the slowest - turning of the two wheels.

To ensure maximum traction and agile handling at all times, PTM feeds exactly the right share of engine power to the front wheels, as needed, in every driving situation through an electronically controlled multiple - plate clutch.

The precise trademark M co-ordination of engine power, model - specific suspension technology and aerodynamic balance further adds to an extraordinarily sporty driving experience.

Electronically controlled hydraulics and automatic distribution of engine power between the front and rear wheels mean the car's performance capability can be exploited effectively whatever the road conditions.

Diesel engines will continue to make - up the bulk of engines powering Jaguar Land Rover vehicles in the future, despite pressure from lobbyists concerned about air pollution.

It looks great on classic five - spoke 18 - inch alloy wheels, the engine delivers plenty of mumbo for the entry - level model, the seven - speed S tronic dual - clutch automatic making the most of the engine power.

That's another measure of engine power that indicates, among other things, a vehicle's ability to climb hills without forcing the transmission to downshift.

Still, it's by no means a rough ride and the Audi does get different gizmos that help improve comfort for those inside: the dynamic steering support (1.000 euros) lets the driver control the car with more ease and the sport differential (950 euros) allows for a more effective split of the engine power between the rear wheels.

Jeep also fit the Trackhawk with its own four - wheel drive system that can send a majority of the engines power to the rear axle.

High revving Where the standard Fiesta gets a simple 1.6 - liter four - cylinder engine, the Fiesta ST adds those two miracles of engine power and efficiency, direct injection and a turbocharger, pushing its output up to 197 horsepower and 202 pound - feet of torque.

The ratio of engine power to car weight is the best among subcompacts.

The Sports program allows precise dosage of engine power also under the most dynamic driving conditions specifically through the linear build - up of the power delivered.

Power and performance typical of BMW M is delivered by the power unit in both the BMW X5 M and the BMW X6 M by a new design and construction principle: The new M TwinPower Turbo with Twin Scroll Twin Turbo Technology and the exhaust manifold extending over both rows of cylinders patented by BMW offer absolutely extreme response and spontaneity, a linear build - up of engine power, and an unusually consistent torque curve.

Well, it looks like 265 PS of engine power, which comes out to roughly 261 horsepower.

With its ability to vary the transmission of engine power specifically as required between the two rear wheels, Dynamic Performance Control serves to improve traction and pulling force whenever the vehicle is running on different surfaces from one side to the other, for instance, with asphalt on one side and a snowbound surface on the other.