Ford V6 V/S I4 Turbocharged Engine
If you are looking for used car engines for sale, you will probably come across a 4- or 6-cylinder engine. If you want power and acceleration, you’d prefer a turbocharged engine with four or six cylinders.
Any powertrain is good for a sporty ride, but if you want to know which one is better, you’ll have to check out the specification of both Ford V6 and I4 turbocharged engines.
Ford I4 Turbocharged Engines
A four-cylinder engine is assembled so that each cylinder is in line with the next. For this reason, the 4-cylinder is sometimes called the I4.
The turbocharged I4 has less than 3 liters of displacement. This is the number before the L in the engine designation. Due to its smaller displacement, a 4-cylinder engine is more fuel efficient, emits fewer emissions, and is smaller than a 6-cylinder.
What sets the I4 apart is the turbocharger. This addition works by pushing the exhaust gases back into the cylinder, creating a bigger “blast” as the piston is pumped into the cylinder. The result is more power, especially at higher revs, and more horsepower than some used Ford engines for sale.
Ford V6 Turbocharged Engines
Six-cylinder engines usually come in two configurations. The first is the V6 with the cylinders arranged in a V shape, the second is the I6 with the cylinders arranged like the I4. The most common is V6.
A non-turbocharged V6 engine is “naturally aspirated” and uses only the air and fuel that was taken into the engine in the original cycle. A V6 engine can produce more torque and power at lower rpm than a turbocharged 4 because more air enters the piston, creating an even bigger explosion. But the V6 is not without its drawbacks. You can expect to pay more at the pump when refueling and may need to visit more often than if the vehicle had a Turbo Four.
Cost Comparison
The turbocharged I4 is a standard powertrain common to many vehicles, including the Ford Mustang. As you go up the trim level or pay more for your options, you’ll come across larger V6 and possibly V8 engines.
These larger engines are naturally more expensive to buy than turbocharged 4-cylinders. It also uses more gas than I4, so it costs more. Although if you get a used Ford engine with a warranty, you may find a financially better deal.
Shopping for a Used V6 or I4 Engine?
Ford 4-cylinder and 6-cylinder engines are the most sought-after creations of the brand. Club them with turbochargers, and you have powerful machinery in your hand. The turbocharger I4 and V6 engines should be your first choice if you’re looking for a used engine for sale. But what you choose depends on your spending power and requirement. Lastly, you can get great deals on used engines as they are comparatively less expensive.