![]() ![]() ![]() The difference between modern day turbos and superchargers is that state-of-the-art electronics today allow for better control and more precise metering of fuel. Neither are turbochargers, but the problems faced by early engine builders who used them was the problem of heat build-up due to inaccurate fuel metering, resulting in frequent problems of overheating and of course, atrocious fuel consumption. As far back as the 1950s there were cars running around with them. Whereas a turbocharger is driven by exhaust gases through a combination stator/ impeller that is connected to the exhaust manifold, a supercharger gets its ‘drive’ by means of a belt that is driven off the main engine pulley. both ‘ram’ air into the combustion chamber under pressure to improve combustion, thus improving the maximum engine power by as much as 30 to 40 percent compared to a normally aspirated engine. A supercharger works much the same way as a turbocharger, i.e. In the automotive context, the term ‘Kompressor’ refers to a supercharger. The German spelling uses a ‘K’ and it means the same thing. The ‘K’ denotes ‘Kompressor’, which in English would be spelled with a ‘C’ and means an air pump. The Mercedes C Class comes in two variants, the C180 K, which is the subject of our discussion today, and the higher placed C230 K. It is not the case with the new Mercedes C180 Kompressor. The fast and furious images belong to the other German makes like BMW and Audi. Mention Mercedes, and images of quiet distinction, maturity and elegance come to mind. Mercedes Benz C180 Kompressor – Sporty Performance With Comfort & Elegance ![]()
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