What's the difference between 1.3 and 1.5 displacement?
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The differences between 1.3 and 1.5 displacement are as follows: 1. The power of a 1.3-liter engine is not as strong as that of a 1.5-liter engine, but the fuel consumption of the 1.3-liter engine is lower than that of the 1.5-liter engine. 2. Comparing a 1.3-liter turbocharged engine with a 1.5-liter naturally aspirated engine, the 1.3-liter turbocharged engine has stronger power. 3. Comparing a 1.3-liter turbocharged engine with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine has stronger power, but its fuel consumption is also higher. 4. If comparing a 1.3-liter naturally aspirated engine with a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine, the 1.5-liter turbocharged engine has higher fuel consumption and stronger power.
As an ordinary driver, I feel the difference between 1.3L and 1.5L engines in terms of driving experience. Engine displacement simply refers to the size of the engine. A 1.5L engine has slightly larger cylinder volume than a 1.3L, so it provides stronger acceleration, especially when overtaking on highways or climbing hills. However, the downside is higher fuel consumption, particularly when using air conditioning or carrying more passengers. The 1.3L engine is more agile and fuel-efficient in city driving, consuming less fuel in traffic jams compared to the 1.5L. But its power output feels weaker, with slower throttle response and sluggish starts at traffic lights. Many new cars now come with turbochargers, allowing smaller engines to deliver similar power, but it's still recommended to test drive the actual vehicle. If you frequently drive on highways, a larger displacement engine offers more comfort; for urban commuting, a smaller displacement engine saves money and is sufficient.
