What is the difference between transverse and longitudinal engine layouts in cars?

[Stephen]

The main differences between longitudinal and transverse engine layouts are as follows: 1. Different engine positioning layouts. 2. The optimal power output direction differs due to the different positioning layouts. 3. These two characteristics result in different optimal applications and matching methods. 4. Transverse engines have simpler structures, lower costs, and can expand passenger compartment space, while longitudinal engine cars offer higher driving pleasure, better handling, and superior driving quality. 5. Cars with transverse engines have poorer handling and less driving pleasure. Longitudinal engines occupy passenger compartment space and come with higher costs.