four-cylinder engine
[/ˈfɔːr ˈsɪlɪndər ˈɛndʒɪn/]
nounmasculinepl: four-cylinder engines
motor de quatro cilindros
1. An internal combustion engine with four cylinders, commonly used in compact and mid-size vehicles for balanced performance and fuel efficiency
Most economy cars are equipped with a four-cylinder engine to reduce fuel consumption.
A maioria dos carros econômicos é equipada com um motor de quatro cilindros para reduzir o consumo de combustível.
2. A powerplant configuration that provides adequate power output while maintaining reasonable maintenance costs and reliability
The new sedan features a turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers impressive performance.
O novo sedã apresenta um motor de quatro cilindros turboalimentado que oferece desempenho impressionante.
The four-cylinder engine is the dominant choice in both American and Brazilian automotive markets due to environmental regulations and consumer demand for fuel efficiency. In Brazil, it became increasingly popular during the 2000s-2010s as manufacturers shifted from larger displacement engines. In the USA, the four-cylinder represents the standard for mainstream passenger vehicles and compact trucks, reflecting both regulatory standards and consumer preferences for cost-effective transportation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
run like a four-cylinder (to operate smoothly and efficiently)
built with four-cylinder reliability (dependable and long-lasting)
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