Does a Larger Gear Ratio Mean Faster Speed?
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Transmission gear ratio is related to vehicle speed. The larger the gear ratio, the faster the vehicle speed. Extended relevant information is as follows: More gears: The more gears there are, the wider the gear ratio range, allowing the engine to maintain lower RPM at high speeds, thereby achieving fuel efficiency. Function of multiple gears: In addition to enabling smoother gear shifts and fuel savings, multiple gears can also keep the engine running at lower RPM for extended periods, effectively reducing cabin noise and vibration. Gear ratio: When two gears of different diameters are engaged and rotate together, the larger-diameter gear naturally turns slower than the smaller-diameter gear. The speed ratio is inversely proportional to the gear diameter. The engine's RPM is adjusted by the gear sets inside the transmission before being transmitted to the wheels. The transmission contains several sets of gears with different ratios, allowing the driver to choose the appropriate combination to match the vehicle speed and load. Shifting gears while driving means selecting different gear ratio combinations.