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Power Vs Torque: What is the Difference Between the Two

What is Power?

What Is Torque?

What Is the Difference Between Power and Torque?

Power and torque differences are explained in the tabular column below:

Parameters

Power

Torque

Definition

Refers to the total amount of energy utilized per unit of time.

It refers to the measurement of twisting or rotational force that the engine crankshaft produces.

SI Unit

Kilo Watt or KW

Newton Meter or NM

Generation

Battery and generator

Gets induced by the twisting or rotational force

Formula

The ratio of time and work

Product of distance and force

Types

Electrical and mechanical power

There is no specific type

Applications Include

Domestic applications, grid, industries, and similar others.

Car wheel, motor shaft, car steering, and similar others.

Measuring Instrument

Scalar

Vector

Symbol

P

T

In a nutshell, power or horsepower (hp) affects your vehicle's speed, and torque (Nm) impacts your vehicle's load-bearing capacity.

Therefore, keep the factors associated with power vs torque in mind and choose an automobile accordingly.

 

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