What is the difference between high gear and low gear in a car?
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The difference between high gear and low gear in a car is essentially the principle of a large gear driving a small gear versus a small gear driving a large gear. First gear has slow rotation speed but high torque, making it suitable for climbing slopes and hauling heavy loads, which typically require low gears. On the other hand, fifth gear has low torque but high speed, making it ideal for highway driving. Specific details are as follows: 1. Speed ranges corresponding to manual transmission gears 1 to 5: Start in first gear, and when the speed reaches 15 km/h, shift to second gear; when the speed reaches 25 km/h, shift to third gear; when the speed reaches 35 km/h, shift to fourth gear; when the speed reaches 45 km/h, shift to fifth gear. 2. Gear shifting operation: Depress the clutch pedal, quickly release the accelerator, shift to the corresponding gear, and match the accelerator accordingly, or do not press the accelerator, quickly lift the clutch pedal to the semi-engaged state, and gently release the clutch pedal when the clutch is engaged.