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      04-17-2011, 03:35 PM   #29
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Originally Posted by ENINTY View Post
Then why do it? Why engineer all the complexity, additional parts (to fail), and additional top-end wear to gain a minimal amount of fuel effeciency (if any).
net horsepower (area under the curve of rpm vs torque) is much greater on the FI 4cyl
it creates a greater level of power when driving around from low rpm which is what the majority of these cars spend their time doing.
is it better on a track is a valid debate but when trying to sell cars to the masses, this is the direction everything seems to be going.
I don't think top end wear is an issue so much to a new car buyer these days, especially in a premium model where the consumer is likely to replace the vehicle sooner anyway.
It is interesting though, because 17.4 pounds of boost is a lot for a motor driven everyday. I think time will ultimately tell here.
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