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Bigger = Better was my mind set growing up. Dad seemed to make it clear a larger engine will last longer, be smoother, more powerful, and use about the same amount of gas.
Looking at a basic Accord, and I keep hearing the 2.4L is better than the 3.0L V6 option. Why is that?
Are there any other instances where the smaller engine option is the way to go? I know some cars it gets complicated, like the Challenger, v6, 5.7 v8, 6.4 v8, s/c 6.4 v8
Or pickup trucks, 2.7L ecoboost on the F-150 is supposed to be better than the 5.0L v8, but not the 3.5L ecoboost
weird
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bigger = more torque
smaller = more revs
torque wins races
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I'm looking for a smooth, refined car that's a step up from an econobox Civic for my GF. Deciding whether to go 2.4L or 3.0L Accord, or possibly a 3.5L Avalon.
Looking for the smoother power steering, smoothest accel and brake pedal operation too. I love that feeling of my aunt's newer Lexus.
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>>16655755
In terms of power typically yes bigger means better.
But not all engines are built the same, and some are less reliable, harder to maintain, or easier harder to get more power out of than others.
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>>16655785
OP again. When I was younger I briefly looked at the VR6 and 1.8 turbo GTI's and never understood the desire for the turbo's, other than they can make more boost and more power, but then become even less reliable
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I drive an 8.2L V8 Cadillac. Can confirm it is smooth like silk at all revs and in all gears.
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>>16655803
The vr 6 and vw 1.8 both suck though. You're right that the vr 6 is overall better besides for those wanting to tune it (at the expense of their wallet, time, and peace of mind)
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>>16655755
>thats what americans learn
being a "good engine" depends on the platform which its mounted on and what people look to get from the engine.
power, reliability and smoothness dont really depend much on size
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>>16655755
A bigger engine will be less stressed to make power, and under normal driving circumstances, it will thus be more reliable since you'll never get near it's limits.
However modern cars are advanced and engineered enough that it doesn't matter as much.
Case in point the F-150: The very base 3.5L N/A V6 is more than enough for most people in most cases. Most people buy bigger or better engine in that vehicle simply because they want to.
Those who really need better hauling/towing capability could easily get an F-250 for not much more, and it's 6.2L V8, while not as effecient as the 3.5L Ecoboost V6, will tow just as well and haul even better.
Again, alot of people buy the Diesel in that truck even though they don't actually need it.
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>>16655755
that pile of shit doesn't even deserve to be in the presence of an 80 series desu
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>>16657436
meh. It's seen a lot of this continent. And seen more trails than most Jeeps and LC's.
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