What is the torque and horsepower of the Lavida?
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Automobile engines have two important parameters: horsepower and torque. Horsepower refers to the maximum speed a car can achieve. Generally speaking, the higher the horsepower, the higher the top speed. For example, ordinary sedans typically have around 200 horsepower, allowing them to reach speeds of over 200 km/h, while sports cars usually have 400-500 horsepower, enabling them to reach speeds exceeding 300 km/h. Torque, on the other hand, refers to the burst power, or the ability to accelerate. For family sedans, higher horsepower usually means higher torque, resulting in faster acceleration during overtaking. The horsepower affects the car's top speed, i.e., the maximum speed. The higher the horsepower, the higher the top speed, though other factors like vehicle weight and drag coefficient also play a role. Generally, the larger the engine displacement, the higher the horsepower. However, modern technologies such as turbocharging allow smaller-displacement engines to produce higher horsepower. Some people believe that "smaller-displacement cars should be more fuel-efficient," but in reality, what matters most is suitability. The horsepower of an engine refers to its output capability, i.e., its power output. Power output is the most critical parameter for measuring vehicle performance and engine capability. When we say "this car has a lot of power," it’s often due to the engine's strong torque, which requires a higher power output. Engine displacement is the total volume of all the engine's cylinders, calculated as the product of single-cylinder displacement (Vh) and the number of cylinders (I).
