Here's how it works:
* Cylinders: An engine has multiple cylinders where the combustion process occurs.
* Displacement: The volume of air and fuel mixture that each cylinder can hold when the piston moves from its lowest to highest position is called the cylinder displacement.
* Total Displacement: The total displacement of the engine is the sum of the individual cylinder displacements.
Why is engine displacement important?
* Power: Larger displacement engines generally have more power because they can burn more fuel and air mixture per cycle.
* Torque: Larger displacement engines also tend to produce more torque, which is the rotational force of the engine.
* Fuel Consumption: Larger displacement engines typically consume more fuel, as they require more air and fuel mixture.
Example:
* A car with a 1.6L engine has a displacement of 1600 cubic centimeters (cc).
* A car with a 2.0L engine has a displacement of 2000 cubic centimeters (cc).
Key Points:
* Engine displacement is a key factor in determining an engine's power and torque output.
* Larger displacement engines are generally more powerful but also consume more fuel.
* Engine displacement is sometimes expressed in liters (L), where 1 liter equals 1000 cubic centimeters (cc).
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