What does a vehicle's maximum horsepower mean?

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LePenelope
07/29/25 5:23pm
Vehicle's maximum horsepower refers to the peak power output, where the corresponding crankshaft speed when the engine delivers maximum power represents its maximum power output. Engine performance is directly related to rotational speed - initially, power output increases with rising RPM. Maximum torque indicates the twisting force of the engine crankshaft; vehicles with identical gear ratios will demonstrate greater power with higher torque. Maximum power represents the work performed by torque and rotational speed per unit time. For naturally aspirated engines, maximum torque peaks at specific RPMs. Maximum power signifies the ultimate force an automotive engine can generate, where force disregards speed, with high power being solely determined by the engine.
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