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SuperTrooper · 09-05-2008, 11:05 AM

Hp can generate high SPEEDS, but if you need to move something, it's torque that does the job. Why do you think trucks use big, slow turning engines? They often make more torque than HP. (See "diesels")

09-05-2008, 11:05 AM	#34 (permalink)
SuperTrooper Master EcoModder Join Date: May 2008 Location: Auburn, NH Posts: 451 Wicked Wanda - '99 VW Beetle GLS 90 day: 29.59 mpg (US) Green Monster - '99 Ford Explorer Sport 90 day: 16.73 mpg (US) Dad's Taxi - '99 Honda Odyssey EX 90 day: 24.23 mpg (US) Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Hp can generate high SPEEDS, but if you need to move something, it's torque that does the job. Why do you think trucks use big, slow turning engines? They often make more torque than HP. (See "diesels") __________________