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Originally Posted by Vman455
This, exactly (emphasis added):
This is exactly what the paper shows, in these two charts which I posted previously:
Even though BTW efficiency is slightly lower for the lighter EV, its overall efficiency measured in Wh/kilometer is better than the heavier EV.
As I pointed out before, you seem to be confusing the definition of "efficiency" in the paper (percentage of stored energy that makes it to the wheels) and "efficiency" meaning the amount of energy required to travel a given distance. |
1) Erase everything but the yellow diamond scatter-plot.
2) That yellow diamond scatter-plot IS the 'small' V40 SUV.
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3) Show me the modified curve for the yellow diamond scatter-plot, derived from the data measured after it's mass was altered.
4) This is the only thing germane to the conversation.