Engine Capacity Calculator Litres

Engine Displacement Formula:

\[ Capacity = \frac{\pi \times Bore^2 \times Stroke \times Cylinders}{4 \times 1000} \]

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1. What is Engine Displacement?

Engine displacement, also known as engine capacity, is the total volume of air/fuel mixture an engine can draw in during one complete engine cycle. It's typically measured in liters or cubic centimeters and is a key indicator of an engine's power potential.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the engine displacement formula:

\[ Capacity = \frac{\pi \times Bore^2 \times Stroke \times Cylinders}{4 \times 1000} \]

Where:

\( Bore \) — Diameter of each cylinder (mm)
\( Stroke \) — Distance the piston travels (mm)
\( Cylinders \) — Number of cylinders in the engine
\( \pi \) — Mathematical constant (approximately 3.1416)

Explanation: The formula calculates the volume of a single cylinder (πr²h) and multiplies by the number of cylinders, then converts from cubic millimeters to liters.

3. Importance of Engine Capacity

Details: Engine displacement is a primary factor in determining an engine's power output, fuel consumption, and emissions. Larger displacement engines typically produce more power but may consume more fuel.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter bore and stroke measurements in millimeters, and the number of cylinders. All values must be positive numbers with bore and stroke greater than zero, and at least one cylinder.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is engine displacement measured in liters?
A: Liters provide a convenient unit for comparing engine sizes, especially in automotive applications where engine capacity often correlates with vehicle tax brackets in many countries.

Q2: How does bore/stroke ratio affect engine performance?
A: Engines with larger bore relative to stroke (oversquare) typically rev higher and produce more peak power, while engines with longer stroke relative to bore (undersquare) produce more torque at lower RPMs.

Q3: What's the difference between displacement and compression ratio?
A: Displacement measures total volume capacity, while compression ratio compares the volume at bottom dead center to the volume at top dead center, affecting efficiency and power.

Q4: Are there limitations to this calculation?
A: This formula provides theoretical displacement. Actual effective displacement may vary slightly due to manufacturing tolerances, combustion chamber design, and other factors.

Q5: How does displacement relate to engine power?
A: Generally, larger displacement engines can produce more power, but actual power output also depends on factors like forced induction, RPM range, fuel type, and engine efficiency.