Which is Faster at Starting: Automatic or Manual Transmission?

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Automatic transmission starts slightly faster than manual transmission. Here are the specific differences between automatic and manual transmissions: In terms of operation difficulty: Manual transmission primarily relies on the driver pressing the clutch to complete gear shifting operations; automatic transmission mainly depends on the hydraulic transmission principle of the torque converter to automatically complete gear shifting. In terms of safety: Neutral gear in manual transmission vehicles causes loss of power, posing safety hazards during driving; automatic transmission vehicles cannot use neutral gear while driving, making them safer. Manual transmission involves manually shifting the gear lever to change the gear meshing device inside the transmission, altering the gear ratio to achieve speed change. Automatic transmission means the driver does not need to shift gears manually, as the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions.