Can you use two different size turbos?

This is about as standard as twin-turbocharging gets, using two turbochargers of the same size to work together to force air as quickly as possible into the cylinders. The benefit of this simplistic system is the potential for much less turbo lag than from one large turbocharger doing all the work.

Can you put two turbos in a car?

As each bank of a V-configured engine has its own cylinder head, a twin-turbo system can be used to bolt a turbocharger to each of the engine’s exhaust outlets. This allows for the use of smaller turbochargers and shorter piping, thus reducing turbo lag while improving overall turbocharger efficiency.

Does bigger turbo mean more power?

Turbochargers are air compressors that function the same way as superchargers. A turbocharger may be able to move enough air than the engine can use even at low pressures thereby causing an instant boost that impacts power. The greater the turbo boost pressure, the greater the engine power.

Are bigger turbos more efficient?

Hot air take up more room that colder air, and have less oxygen in it as a result. A bigger turbo, will move more air trough the compressor with less effort, creating less heat, and as such is more efficient.

Is a big turbo better than a twin turbo?

Single Turbo kits are great for making big horsepower, too, as they have a broader power band than a twin-turbo setup and do not run out of steam on the top end. The single turbo does build boost slower, making it easier for drag cars with high horsepower to hook up from a dig.

How much HP does a bigger turbo add?

Supercharger or turbocharger A turbocharger works with the exhaust system and can potentially give you gains of 70-150 horsepower. A supercharger is connected directly to the engine intake and could provide an extra 50-100 horsepower.

What happens if you put a bigger turbo?

You increase airflow by getting more boost pressure into your engine – this is usually done with a bigger turbo. You increase efficiency by making your turbo “better at spooling” – this will usually be done with a higher-quality turbo, or one that is better-suited to your engine than the factory unit.

How much HP do twin turbos add?

And, of course! Thanks to the twin turbochargers on that 3.7 liter V6, this all adds up to 650hp to the wheels.

How do I choose the best performance turbocharger?

Choosing a performance turbocharger starts with a horsepower target. Each turbocharger is designed to support a specific range of horsepower and engine displacement. If a turbo is too large for your engine, you will have a lot of turbo lag, and if a turbo is too small for your engine you may not reach your horsepower target.

Do I need a turbocharger for my car?

Generally speaking, yes. A modern 2.0L engine can produce ample power for a smaller, lighter vehicle such as a Honda Civic, but for larger vehicles like an Audi SUV, it’s necessary to turbocharge the engine to have similar performance. If the goal is simply to get fuel economy, a turbocharger is give and take.

How many turbos do I need for my engine?

If you can’t find a turbo to fit, divide your airflow figures by the number of turbos you want to use. Two turbos flow twice as much air as one, and smaller turbos have a wider efficiency range relative to absolute airflow than smaller ones.

What happens if a turbo is too small for your engine?

Each turbocharger is designed to support a specific range of horsepower and engine displacement. If a turbo is too large for your engine, you will have a lot of turbo lag, and if a turbo is too small for your engine you may not reach your horsepower target.