Why Not Choose an Automatic Transmission for Santana?
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Advantages of manual transmission: 1. Lower cost: Manual transmission models are more affordable, and the transmission technology is relatively mature, with high reliability and a simpler structure. Therefore, the maintenance costs for manual transmission vehicles are cheaper in the long run. Additionally, they are more fuel-efficient than automatic transmissions, resulting in lower overall ownership costs. 2. Stronger driving engagement: Manual transmission models offer a greater sense of participation, providing a feeling of conquest and a sense of unity between driver and car. This driving pleasure also tends to last longer. 3. Faster acceleration under the same conditions: Manual transmission models use gearbox shifting, which has high mechanical transmission efficiency with no delay, achieving an output efficiency of up to 95%. In contrast, automatic transmission models rely on hydraulic oil for power transfer, requiring a torque converter as an intermediary, which limits control range to around 86%. Thus, when operated correctly, manual transmissions can accelerate faster.