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Are Superchargers and Turbochargers equal in efficiency?

April 26, 2017efficiency superchargers turbochargers

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Are Superchargers and Turbochargers equal in efficiency?

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A.- Yes, for all practical applications. Old fashion centrifugal superchargers suffer efficiency loss due to their large size and inefficient design. When a CVT clutch is used (like the Teryx), efficiency is actually higher on the supercharger than the turbo. This was studied in depth and well documenter by Audi.