How Many Liters of Turbocharged Engine is Equivalent to a 2.0L Naturally Aspirated Engine?
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2.0L naturally aspirated is equivalent to 1.4T. Below is relevant information about engine displacement: 1. Introduction: T stands for Turbo, which is short for turbocharging, referring to an engine equipped with a turbocharger. L stands for liters, the unit of displacement, and generally refers to a naturally aspirated engine. 2.0L means the engine has a displacement of 2.0 liters. 2. Difference between 1.6L and 2.0L: A 2.0L car, depending on technical differences, performs roughly between 1.4T and 1.8T. 1.6L indicates the car is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine, while 1.6T means the car has a 1.6L turbocharged engine. 2.0L refers to a car with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine, and 2.0T indicates a 2.0L turbocharged engine. Essentially, 2.0T adds a turbocharger to a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine. 3. Conversion: In Western countries, the conversion is generally calculated by multiplying the turbocharged engine's displacement by 1.4 to compare with naturally aspirated vehicles (for taxation and management purposes). In China, both 2.0T and 2.0L vehicles are taxed based on a 2.0L displacement when purchasing, and the conversion standards may vary depending on the vehicle model.
I've been driving for many years, and I feel that the power performance of a 2.0 naturally aspirated engine is roughly equivalent to that of a 1.5T or 1.8T turbocharged engine. Think about it, turbocharging relies on a small turbine to compress air into the engine, allowing a smaller displacement to deliver higher horsepower, typically increasing power by 20% to 40%. In the past, I drove 2.0 naturally aspirated cars, like some Japanese brands, with maximum horsepower around 150 to 180; after switching to a 1.5T model, the power was in the same range, but the acceleration felt more direct. Of course, this isn't absolute—it also depends on the car's tuning and brand differences. For example, German turbocharged engines might be more aggressive. Turbo engines are more fuel-efficient in the city but consume slightly more fuel on highways, which is why it's important to consider daily usage when choosing a car. Personally, I really enjoy the quick acceleration of turbo engines, but naturally aspirated engines are simpler to maintain. If it's just for commuting, a 2.0 naturally aspirated engine is sufficient. The key is to choose what suits your needs—don't just focus on the displacement numbers.
