Which is better 5 or 6 speed transmission?

Efficiency. In recent 6-speeds, the extra speed from a 5-speed allows the engine to run at a lower RPM and save fuel, comparatively. This difference is most effective at highway driving speeds.

Which is better 6 speed or 9 speed transmission?

The 6 speed is most rugged and best for towing or heavy cars. The 9 speed is similar to the 6 but less rugged and better mpg. It also cost more if it breaks.

What is the advantage of a 9 speed transmission?

Fuel efficiency The wider overall ratio enables a lower numerical top gear ratio, which contributes to the reassuring fuel efficiency. This is further aided by the fact that the 9-speed automatic has lower friction.

What is the strongest manual transmission?

The Tremec TKO 5-speed is the transmission that started a revolution in manual overdrive conversions. It is one of the most versatile 5-speed transmissions in the market today, as well as one of the strongest. With an impressive 600 lbs./ft.

What does 5 speed mean on a car?

noun. (in an automotive vehicle or bicycle) a transmission or system of gears having five forward gear ratios. an automotive vehicle or bicycle having such a transmission or system of gears. adjective. having five forward gear ratios.

Is a 5 speed a stick shift?

A 5 speed shiftable automatic transmission provides the ease of use offered by an automatic transmission coupled with the sportiness and increased fuel economy offered by a manual transmission.

Are more transmission speeds better?

As a general rule, the more torque an engine has, the less gears the transmission needs to provide performance. Some of the most powerful drag cars have only two or three gears in their transmissions, but on the street, having additional gears will give you smoother performance and better fuel economy.

At what speed do you shift into 6th gear?

What Speed Should You Change Gears?

Gear	Speed
3rd gear	Between 20 mph and 30 mph
4th gear	Between 30 mph and 40 mph
5th gear	40 mph and above
6th gear	40 mph and above

Is a 6-speed transmission better than a 5-speed?

Discussion in ‘ General Harley Davidson Topic ‘ started by GimmeFuel, Nov 9, 2011 . It seems to me that in theory, a 6 speed would be superior to a 5 speed.

Why did Harley switch to 6 speed transmission?

Harley had a good idea with the switch to a 6 speed transmission but early on also had bearing problems too. The test bed for the 6 speed was the dyna line in 06 and came with an agreement to return to the dealer at 15K to have the bearing replaced until they had a suitable replacement for the bearing that was failing.

Are 5 speed gearboxes inferior to 6 speed?

5 speed gearboxes are not inherently inferior to 6 speeds. Well-chosen gear ratios matter far more than the number of gears in a drivetrain. Also, a transmission might have excellent ratios, but have a crappy linkage that sucks to operate, so it’s a more complex question than the number of gear ratios. A friend of mine has an Integra GSR.

What makes a high performance transmission so bad?

High performance transmission builders and parts suppliers don’t even recognize this as a serious transmission. More complex to build than a TH350 and far more expensive, especially when built up to handle high hp numbers. Having to run a cumbersome throttle value cable to the carb. linkage.