What is the Difference Between Stepped Transmission and Continuously Variable Transmission?
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Stepped transmission and continuously variable transmission differ as follows: Transmission: Stepped transmission involves a gearbox with gears such as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd, along with a clutch mechanism. However, gear shifting is not manual but entirely automated by machinery, only allowing gear changes in predetermined steps through the control mechanism, commonly used in automatic transmissions. Continuously variable transmission (CVT) does not have a traditional gearbox, lacks fixed gears like 1st, 2nd, or 3rd, and instead provides a system that continuously achieves any transmission ratio within its range. Its advantages include faster acceleration, smoother operation without the jerky feeling of stepped transmission, and lower fuel consumption. CVT enables optimal matching between the drivetrain and engine conditions.