Sentences with phrase «response at all engine speeds»

With a responsive turbocharged 2.0 - liter four - cylinder engine good for 210 - horsepower hooked to a standard seven - speed dual - clutch transmission, the GTI has incandescent throttle response at any engine speed, and its sport - tuned chassis provides a nice balance between comfort and control.
And with a variable aspect ratio at the turbine, it gives the driver a strong, smooth and rapid throttle response at all engine speeds.
Although the SC weighs about 70 pounds more than other versions — bigger wheels are a factor — the 2.4 - liter, 166 - horsepower engine is terrific, with good response at engine speeds as low as 2,200 rpm.

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That direct drive did pose an issue when it came to engine response at high speeds, so Koenigsegg then developed a clutch - slip mechanism that allows the engine to gain revs while in gear.
The Z's 332 - horsepower, 3.7 - liter V6 has immediate throttle response and a wide powerband, with good punch at both low and high engine speeds.
The Pista's torque output is higher at any engine speed than the GTB's, and the response from the turbochargers is said to be even quicker.
Other tweaks to the engine, transmission and throttle response are said to give a more spirited drive, especially at higher speeds, but Rolls - Royce is keen to point out that the Dawn Black Badge is every bit as luxurious as any other Dawn.
In addition to increasing with engine size, the torque output also characteristically comes at lower engine speeds for better accelerator response.
Unlike the gasoline models, the 4S Diesel diverts all of its exhaust gas to one turbo at lower engine speeds to improve response.
Problems such as too - hot operating temperatures, slow throttle response, and poor fuel economy at low speeds prevented turbine engines from powering mainstream, high - volume vehicles.
It pulls with real determination and good response from very low engine speeds — which tallies with peak torque arriving at just 1450rpm — and the mid-range is strong.
This gives the turbocharger the response of a smaller turbo at low engine speeds with the power of a bigger turbo at higher engine speeds.
It sharpens throttle response, increases steering weighting and performs gearshifts at higher engine speeds.
Impressively efficient, packed with power and delivering a direct response even at low engine speeds — this all - conquering drive train is destined to delight every driver of a BMW.
Resultantly, the throttle response has sharpened and the power has become available at even lower engine speeds, claims the company.
Advanced turbo technology enables the Alfa Romeo 4C Spider to maximize torque at low engine speeds and deliver more response to driver input by increasing combustion efficiency and turbine speed, all while eliminating turbo lag.
Advanced scavenging technology enables the Alfa Romeo 4C to maximize torque at low engine speeds and deliver more response to driver input by increasing combustion efficiency and turbine speed, all while eliminating turbo lag.
The turbo engines have great throttle response, deliver plenty of kick to get up and go, and are remarkably efficient, rated at 35 miles per gallon on the highway with the 6 - speed manual transmission and 34 mpg with the 6 - speed automatic.
Trimmer dimensions and an edgy engine response made this Volvo more engaging at lower speeds than the muscle cars, and every ounce of the Polestar seemed to want to go faster than you already were.
The auto» box feels more convincing than that of the Clio R.S., shifting unobtrusively by itself (with only the occasional shunt through the driveline at parking speeds — common to almost all twin - clutch transmissions), while in manual mode the engine's keen rev response allows snappy - feeling downshifts.
The system also allows the installation of an innovative electric supercharger for the CRDi engine, in addition to the conventional turbocharger, which helps to boost torque and engine response at low engine speeds.
Also, the layout of the exhaust pipes greatly facilitate overall air outflow by canceling interference and increasing airflow between the exhaust port and the turbo charger to deliver optimal torque and engine response at various speeds.
Still a twin - turbo, the inline four in the E250 features one small turbocharger that aids response off the line and helps bolster the larger turbo, which takes over at higher engine speeds.
Critical Knowledge: New model name for 2010Based on the outgoing LR3's platformNew 5.0 - liter V - 8 engine rated at 375 horsepowerNew 6 - speed automatic transmissionFreshened exterior designAll - new interior with optional seating for 7Innovative LCD driver information screenEnhanced «Terrain Response» vehicle settingsIntroductionLand Rover is a British company historically famous for its all - terrain sport utility vehicles.
judging panel made particular reference to the Ghost's dynamics, declaring: «The light steering is accurate and lets you guide the nose precisely at most speeds, the pedal responses are easy to modulate, and the twin - turbocharged V12 is as silken in its delivery and refinement as an engine gets.»
This means fast, crisp gear shifts at higher engine speeds to aid throttle response.
The electric supercharger in particular helps to boost torque and engine response at low engine speeds.
The twin - scroll turbocharger design has several other advantages over traditional, single - scroll turbocharging systems, including: • Improved combustion efficiency • Low engine - speed efficiency • Kinetic exhaust gas energy is not wasted or trapped • Cooler cylinder temperatures • Lower exhaust temperatures • Leaner air / fuel ratio • Better pressure distribution in the exhaust ports and more efficient delivery of exhaust gas energy to the turbocharger's turbine Veloster's twin - scroll turbo has superior handling of exhaust gas separation at the turbine leading to improved low - end torque and faster transient torque response.
Proton claims that there is better response and torque at low engine speeds of between 2000 - 2500 rpm.
As a result of the benefits these technologies bring, a mono scroll turbocharger can be used to produce a class - leading peak output, while maintaining response at lower engine speeds and a high - revving power delivery.
Capable of rapid acceleration up to a top speed of 230 km / h, its 8 - speed Sport Direct Shift transmission was developed for the high - performance RC F. Featuring a breakthrough combination of water - cooled cylinder head, integrated exhaust manifold and twin scroll turbocharger, this all - new Lexus 2.0 - litre turbo engine delivers fast throttle response, performance and high torque at low engine revs.
I found the throttle response of the GLK 250 a bit laggy, and acceleration to be a bit quirky at varying engine speeds.
A lot of work was focused on what occurs inside the engine's cylinders, in a bid to reliably extract more performance and response, and this has also resulted in smoother running at low speeds.
At low to moderate engine speeds, the entire stream of exhaust gas is directed solely through one of the two turbochargers, which improves throttle response — the otherwise passive second turbocharger doesn't become active until the engine speed reaches 2,700 rpm or more.
With 369 lb - ft of twist dolloped on from just 1370 rpm all the way to 4500 rpm, the torquey turbo V6 offers good response across a wide engine speed range except for a tiny bit of turbo lag at low rpm.
At that time, even while engine speed is up, sometimes a downshift of two gears is required for decent highway passing response.
And, the response doesn't end there, at highway speeds when you punch the accelerator the engine downshifts and provides a surge of forward motivation.
However, the manual model's altered gearing and slightly delayed throttle response at lower engine speeds did see a very slight touch of understeer come in to play when pushed a little hard.
If you drive carelessly change speeds with the engine at low or midrange engine response is too poor for overtaking or climbing a steep slope, this makes get off our fuel economy.
The MRZ 2.0 - litre petrol engine has been completely revised and now has electric throttle and sequential valve timing (S - VT), which makes maximum torque available at a much lower engine speed than before for quick engine response in every gear.
Although thirstier than its steel and aluminium predecessor (8.3 L / 100 km v 8.1), the new mill's combination of direct and manifold injection, and sustained exhaust valve opening, ensures faster fuel ignition and improved throttle response, especially at higher engine speeds.
So, it doesn't exactly feel hot - hatch - like and the diesel engine can sound a bit rough at higher rpms, but in terms of driveability, the throttle response and in fact the way the steering feels at high speeds, we have no complaints.
It is tuned for crisp throttle response, and generous torque output at low and medium engine speeds.
Initial response from the motor is strong, there is no lag whatsoever and the engine pulls strongly at low speeds to get this Lexus ahead of traffic.
The compressor provides for top - class performance characteristics on the new 3.0 TFSI quattro engine with high torque at low engine speeds, resulting in an extremely spontaneous response and exceptional power development across the entire speed range.
Variable Camshaft Phasing produces faster response and performance at all engine speeds — with more torque at low speeds and maximum power at high speeds.
At low to moderate engine speeds, the entire stream of exhaust gas is directed solely through one of the two turbochargers, which improves throttle response.
The paired nine - speed automatic never skipped a beat during my test and my only drivetrain complain has to do with slow engine response on throttle tip in at low speeds.
An electric actuator adjusts the turbine blades at split - second speed in response to changes in engine loads, enabling the unit to respond with the same lightning speed at low rpm as it does under full loads.
Nissan Motor Co. says it has developed a new turbocharging system that provides improved torque and engine response at low speeds in city driving.Nissan says the new system will give a 2.5 - liter engine the same fuel efficiency as a 2.0 - liter engine and the same low - speed torque as a naturally aspirated 3.5 - liter engine.The new system will be introduced in new models for the Japanese market later this year.The system is based on what Nissan calls a «linear charge concept,» which allows boost pressure to rise gradually with acceleration, increasing on a linear level from low to high speeds.
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