Supercharger

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What is a supercharger?

A supercharger is a form of forced induction that forces more air into the cylinders of an engine to produce more power.

They increase the pressure of air pushed into the engine, making more oxygen available for combustion.

Unlike a turbocharger, a supercharger is mechanically driven by the engine, typically through a belt connected to the crankshaft. This provides immediate power without any lag.

Related Jargon

What is engine displacement in a car?

Engine displacement is a measurement of the total volume of all of an engine’s cylinders, usually written in cubic centimetres (cc), or litres.

What does engine torque mean in a car?

In essence, torque is the pulling power of an engine, the force that’s needed to get a car in motion, and keep it going.

What does brake horsepower (BHP) mean in a car?

Brake horsepower (BHP) is a measurement of how much power a car engine produces.

How does a turbocharger work?

A turbocharger is a device that helps an engine produce more power.

What does PS mean in car terms?

PS (short for Pferdestärke - Horse Strength in German) is how the power produced by an engine is measured and is defined as metric horsepower.

What does cubic capacity relate to on a car's engine?

The size – or cubic capacity – of a car’s engine is measured in cubic centimetres (cc). It refers to the amount of air and fuel that can be pushed through the cylinders in the engine.

What exactly does horsepower refer to in a car?

Horsepower is how the power produced by an engine is measured.