How to Measure Car Engine Capacity
What is engine capacity?
Engine capacity is a measure of the volume of the cylinders in a car engine. It is expressed in cubic centimeters (cc) or liters (L). The larger the engine capacity, the more air and fuel can be drawn into the cylinders, and the more power the engine can produce.
Why is engine capacity important?
Engine capacity is an important factor to consider when choosing a car. A car with a larger engine capacity will have more power and torque, but it will also be less fuel-efficient. A car with a smaller engine capacity will be more fuel-efficient, but it will have less power and torque.
How to measure engine capacity
There are two ways to measure engine capacity:
- Using a dipstick
- Locate the dipstick in the engine. It is usually located near the oil filler cap.
- Pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean with a rag.
- Reinsert the dipstick into the engine and pull it out again.
- The oil level on the dipstick will indicate the engine capacity.
- Using a compression tester
- Remove the spark plugs from the engine.
- Screw the compression tester into one of the spark plug holes.
- Crank the engine over until the compression tester reads the maximum pressure.
- Multiply the maximum pressure by the cylinder volume to get the engine capacity.
This is the most common way to measure engine capacity. To do this, you will need to:
This is a more accurate way to measure engine capacity, but it requires a special tool called a compression tester. To do this, you will need to:
Conclusion
Engine capacity is an important factor to consider when choosing a car. By measuring the engine capacity, you can get a good idea of the power and fuel efficiency of the car.
