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Super charge or Turbo charge?

Looking to do this down the road on my car. However, I am wondering, what are the pros and con for each?

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    Supercharging:

    Pros:

    Minimal modifications required.

    Linear power increase (Roots).

    Cheaper.

    Cons:

    Full boost only at full RPM (especially on centrifugal superchargers).

    Low and inefficient boost (Roots).

    Turbo:

    Pros:

    Full boost available at medium to high RPM (more overall power).

    Cons:

    Expensive.

    Turbo lag (blow off valve helps).

    More to go wrong.

    Needs to cool down before shut down.

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