Turbochargers against superchargers: What’s the difference?
Both the turbocharger and the supercharger are forced induction systems that improve the power of the motor through compressed air and force it into the engine.
TurboCharger
The turbocharger uses exhaust gas to spin the turbine that compresses and forces more air into the engine. How it works:
1. The exhaust gas from the engine rotates the turbine.
2. The turbine is connected to a compressor that forces more air into the engine.
3. More air = more fuel = more electricity!
4. Charging air coolers are often used to cool compressed air, so the density increases to improve combustion.
Advantages of turbochargers:
1) More efficient use of staggered exhaust energy and improved fuel consumption.
2) More electricity without increasing the motor size.
3) Reduce emissions by improving combustion efficiency.
Cons of turbochargers:
(1) The turbo lag takes a little time to the coil before the power supply starts.
(2) In complex systems, oil cooling, intercooling and accurate adjustment are required.
(3) Heat Issues – The turbocharger becomes very hot due to exhaust gas consumption.
Supercharger
The supercharger is mechanically driven by the engine crankshaft above the belt, gear, or chain.
How it works:
1. The motor’s crankshaft supplies the supercharger compressor directly.
2. The compressor pushes more air into the engine to increase combustion.
3. The power supply is currently (no delay) as it is connected directly.
The advantages of a supercharger:
>> Immediate force – No turbo delay, immediate gas reaction.
>>Easier than changing turbo delivery.
>>Reliable heat-related stress compared to turbo.
Cons of the Supercharger:
>>>Reduces engine power efficiency to reduce fuel consumption.
>>Create more heat and the absorption temperature will be higher.
>>It can be more difficult for the engine. A constant thrust increases wear.
Which is better?
Turbochargers are suitable for high-performance applications that require fuel efficiency, emissions and top-end performance.
Existing customs are ideal for applications that require immediate performance (muscle cars, drag racing, off-road, etc.).
Some high-performance cars use both (twin rading), such as the Volvo T6 and Lancia Delta integral model.
