carburetor vs fuel injection

As you would’ve know by now, the 2020 Proton X50, which is manufactured in Tanjung Malim, is offered in two engine options. Both are DOHC 1.5-litre turbocharged units but the fuel system is different, the 1.5T MPI engine uses port injection while the 1.5 TGDI uses direct injection. The three cylinder direct injection unit (1.5 TGDI, codename JLH-3G15TD) makes 177 PS at 5,500 rpm and 255 Nm 1,500 – 4,000 rpm while the port injection (Proton calls it Multi Point Injection, MPI) 1.5T MPI makes 150

Hans

Sep 15, 2020

Seperti yang sedia maklum, Proton X50 2020 yang dipasang di Tanjung Malim menawarkan dua pilihan enjin. Kedua-duanya ialah unit DOHC berpengecas turbo 1.5 liter dengan 3 silinder, tapi sistem bahan apinya berbeza – enjin 1.5T MPI menggunakan ‘port injection’ (suntikan port) manakala yang 1.5 TGDI menggunakan ‘direct injection’ (suntikan langsung). Unit ‘direct injection’ tiga silinder (1.5 TGDI, kod nama JLH-3G15TD) menjana 177 PS pada 5,500 rpm dan 255 Nm pada 1,500 – 4,000 rpm. Manakala, unit

Mersita

Sep 17, 2020

Proton claims the X50 returns a fuel consumption figure of 6.4-litre/100 km for the range-topping 1.5 TGDi Flagship variant. But what’s the real-world fuel consumption like? We tested the Proton X50 to find out. As per usual, all tyres were inflated according to the manufacturer's recommended tyre pressure. Then the Proton X50’s 45-litre fuel tank was brimmed. Air-conditioning was set at 22 degrees Celsius in automatic mode. Driving behaviour was normal, without aggressive throttle inputs or hyp

Shaun

Feb 15, 2021

The Proton X70, Honda CR-V, and Mazda CX-5 feature turbocharged engines with different capacities at 1.8-litre, 1.5-litre and 2.5-litre respectively. And they weigh differently from each other as well. How do they fare in real-world driving? Let’s dig in. Facts and Figures Proton X70 Premium (CBU) Honda CR-V 1.5 TC-P Mazda CX-5 Turbo Engine 1.8L 4-cyl turbo 1.5L 4-cyl turbo 2.5L 4-cyl turbo Transmission 6-speed AT CVT 6-speed AT Power 184 PS 193 PS 230 PS Torque 285 Nm 243 Nm 420 Nm Weight 1,695

Shaun

Jul 3, 2020

Proton has announced today that the Proton X50 will have a claimed fuel consumption of 6.4-litre/100 km for the 1.5 TGDI (177 PS/255 Nm) engine variant and 6.5-litre/100 km for the 1.5T MPI (150 PS/226 Nm) variant. The tests are done using the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) method. Yes you read that right. The more powerful engine is more fuel efficient. Why? Because the 1.5 TGDI engine uses direct injection while the 1.5T MPI engine uses port injection. We also know that the Proton X50 has a

Hans

Sep 30, 2020

Preying on the naivety and impulsiveness of the average car buyer are fraudulent products that claim to save fuel, increase power, or improve the handling of a vehicle. There are so many products out there with substantial claims that make it really hard to differentiate the legitimate from the fraudulent. One of the products you may have thought of purchasing are fuel additives. What are fuel additives? Are fuel additives legit? Can fuel additives save you money? Well, we’ll try to answer those

Arif

Mar 28, 2021

For many Malaysians wanting a brand-new pure hybrid car, the Hyundai Ioniq is one of the few choices for those wanting to drive green. However, it appears that the model has been dropped for the Malaysian market. A quick search on Hyundai’s website shows that the Ioniq is absent from its model line-up. Though some markets including Australia and Singapore have received the facelift, there has been no news for its arrival in Malaysia. The locally-assembled (CKD) Ioniq was unveiled here back in 20

CY Foong

Feb 3, 2021

We’ve compared driving performance, ride comfort, build quality and features between the Proton X70, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5. Now we’ll dive into space and practicality. Mazda CX-5 Mazda cars were never known to be spacious and the same is true for the Mazda CX-5. Although space is not as generous, the seating position is absolutely spot on and comfortable. Amenities and storage spaces are aplenty in the CX-5. The front centre armrest has a two-tier compartment which is convenient for loose it

Shaun

Jun 25, 2020

We've compared the driving performance, ride comfort, quality and features, space and practicality, and fuel consumption of the Proton X70, Honda CR-V, and Mazda CX-5. Here's a quick recap and summary for all the comparisons. Driving Performance Driving Performances Breakdown Proton X70 Honda CR-V Mazda CX-5 Engine Acceleration 3 / 5 3.5 / 5 5 / 5 In-gear Acceleration 3 / 5 3.5 / 5 4 / 5 Throttle Response 3 / 5 3 / 5 4 / 5 Transmission Shift Logic 2 / 3 2 / 3 2 / 3 Smoothness 3 / 5 4 / 5 4 / 5 S

Shaun

Jul 9, 2020

With claimed fuel consumption for all these newly-introduced B-segment sedans hovering below the 6-litre/100 km mark (2020 Toyota Vios: 5.8-litre/100 km, 2020 Honda City: 5.4-litre/100 km, 2020 Nissan Almera: 5.4-litre/100 km), which one of these non-national B-segment sedans will offer the best fuel consumption under real-world conditions? Fuel Economy (Claimed, L/100 km) Nissan Almera 5.4 Toyota Vios 5.8 Honda City 5.4 To find out, we pitted all three models through our WapCar instrumented tes

Eric

Dec 17, 2020

Powering the 2020 Honda City 1.5L V is a naturally aspirated 1.5-litre 4-cylinder DOHC i-VTEC engine that makes 121 PS and 145 Nm of torque. Drive goes to the front wheels via a CVT. Honda claims a fuel consumption figure of 5.4-litre/100 km, but what did it achieve in our fuel consumption test? Let’s find out. Our standard operating procedure We have our own SOPs too, you know. First up, the tyre pressure was inflated to the manufacturers recommended specs of 230 kPa (cold tyres) for the front

Shaun

Jan 13, 2021

To most average Malaysians, one of the key factors in buying a car is good fuel economy and for a lot of them, the choice is obvious: Perodua. It’s a no-brainer really, they’re cheap but reliable and fuel-efficient. There’s no denying that Peroduas like the Bezza and Axia are the go-to choice for fuel-efficient automobiles but at WapCar, we want to stand out. Besides, what’s wrong with spreading out your options? With that out of the way, here are 5 brand new fuel-efficient cars currently availa

CY Foong

Aug 5, 2020

The common knowledge about smaller capacity turbocharged engines is that they are fuel efficient. We’ve put the Honda CR-V 1.5 TC-P through the WapCar fuel consumption test to find out if it adheres to the norm. Powering the Honda CR-V is a turbocharged 1.5-litre 4-cylinder engine that makes 193 PS and 243 Nm of torque. In the 1.5 TC-P variant, drive goes to the front wheels via a CVT. Like in the Nissan X-Trail, the CVT allows the engine to spin at its optimum rev range to maximise fuel efficie

Shaun

May 22, 2020

Proton X70 Proton X50 Kehadiran 2 model SUV Proton telah membawa gelombang baru pasaran SUV ke Malaysia. Proton X70 dan Proton X50 kedua-duanya merupakan sebuah produk yang bagus dengan harga terendah berbanding pesaing lain. Di sini, kami akan mengulas satu-persatu mengenai perbezaan 2 model SUV ini sebagai panduan anda untuk memilih SUV kegemaran Malaysia! Pertindihan harga Pasaran Malaysia memang dipenuhi dengan sentimen harga. Jangkaan awal, tiada pertindihan harga yang akan berlaku tapi nam

Haris

Jan 13, 2021

Ever wondered what is the fuel consumption of the Proton X70 1.8T 2WD? We put Proton X70 through our WapCar fuel consumption test and here are our Proton X70 fuel consumption test results. The Proton X70 Premium 2WD sold in Malaysia is powered by a 1.8-litre turbocharged direct-injection 4-cylinder petrol engine linked to a 6-speed automatic transmission. A conventional 6-speed automatic and turbocharged engine is not the most ideal combination for fuel economy. The Proton X70's 1,695 kg kerb we

Adrian Chia

Jan 23, 2020

The hottest car segment is undeniably the B-segment sedans. You can’t talk about the Honda City without mentioning the Toyota Vios and likewise. But have you ever compared the two cars’ equipment list side by side? For this comparison, we compare the range topping Toyota Vios G variant against the Honda City V variant and City Hybrid as well. Toyota made a huge mark when they debuted the Vios in 2003, but the third generation, unfortunately, let the model down allowing the City to take home the

Jerrica

Jan 29, 2020

Malaysians are eagerly waiting for Proton’s next SUV, more affectionally known as the Proton X50. Over at arch-rival Perodua’s base, they too are gearing up for their very own SUV known internally as the D55L. The Proton X50 (based on the Geely Binyue) will sit below the Proton X70 and competes against the likes of the Honda HR-V and Mazda CX-3. The pricing strategy will reflect this model hierarchy, giving customers a more affordable but no less high-tech SUV from Proton. The next Perodua SUV i

Adrian Chia

Dec 2, 2019

(2020 Perodua Bezza Spec and Prices | Gallery) | (2019 Proton Saga Spec and Prices | Gallery) As Perodua recently unveiled the updated 2020 Bezza, the burning question on everyone’s mind is simple - should I pick the new Bezza or the equally-new Proton Saga? Fuel efficiency - Bezza is king, naturally Since its introduction back in 2016, the Perodua Bezza has cemented its fuel efficiency capabilities, thanks to its featherlight body, fuel-sipping engines, and slippery aerodynamics. According to P

Eric

Jan 10, 2020

6.7L/100 km based on the NEDC cycle Unchanged from previous 1.3L CVT Significant improvement from the Saga BLM 4-AT 2019 Proton Saga Transmission The recently launched Proton Saga facelift saw the reintroduction of the 4-speed torque converter automatic transmission replacing the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). In 2011, Proton was adamant that the CVT promised better fuel consumption and lower maintenance so the switch back to a conventional torque converter makes it appear that Proton

Adrian Chia

Aug 22, 2019

(2019 Proton Persona Price and Specs | Gallery) | (2020 Perodua Bezza Price and Specs | Gallery) The recently-updated Perodua Bezza has certainly garnered the attention of many, not just because Perodua has made ASA 2.0 available on the Bezza, but also because of its price point. We already compared the new Bezza against its closest rival - the updated Proton Saga. But considering that the updated Bezza line-up is priced well into Proton Persona's price range, it would be logical to compare the

Eric

Jan 15, 2020

Weighing nearly 1.7 tonnes for just a five-seater SUV, the Proton X70 is the heaviest C-segment SUV. Naturally, its fuel consumption is higher than the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5, or even Nissan X-Trail. But how much higher? Curiously, Proton doesn’t provide any official fuel consumption data for the Proton X70, which is powered by a turbocharged 1.8-litre direct injection engine. A similarly turbocharged but 1.5-litre Honda CR-V 1.5 TC-P has a claimed fuel consumption of 7.0-litre/100 km. The equiv

Hans

Jan 7, 2020

Now that the locally assembled (CKD) Proton X70 is finally here, you must be thinking: RM 122k for a C-segment SUV complete with panoramic sunroof? Now that’s affordable! But wait, is the affordably priced X70 the most practical option? The similarly priced Honda HR-V begs to differ. We know what you're thinking, the CKD Proton X70 is a C-segment SUV, while the Honda HR-V falls in B-segment category. But the biggest deciding factor here is the price of the cars. So it is inevitable to compare th

Jerrica

Feb 15, 2020

HKS has showcased a new line of products for JDM enthusiasts, the “HKS Advanced Heritage”. Due to high customer demand, they have introduced a modernization package for the R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R RB26 engine, the “RB26 Advanced Heritage”. By “modernization” we mean providing immense power, whilst still complying to Japan’s latest emission regulation and being somewhat fuel efficient. With the Advanced Heritage package, it is claimed that 600 PS could be extracted from the classic inline-6 engin

Arif

Jan 23, 2021

Toyota and its commercial trucks subsidiary Hino have announced today that it will be forming a new joint venture company with Isuzu, the world’s largest diesel engine manufacturer and Japan’s oldest motor vehicle manufacturer, to develop the next generation commercial trucks. All three companies will form a new company called Commercial Japan Partnership Technologies Corporation. Based in Tokyo, the company will be 80 percent owned by Toyota, with the rest split evenly between Hino and Isuzu. T

Hans

Mar 24, 2021

With the launch of the 2020 Proton X50, Malaysians now have yet another SUV to shop for - even if it means waiting some time for one. Since prices for the X50 overlaps with the 2020 Proton X70, let's park these cars side-by-side, go through each point and then help you pick out the perfect Proton. Note that we're pitting the range-toppers of each model, the X50 Flagship and the X70 Premium X. Prices - not too different We realise Malaysians are prone to cross-shopping between prices more than ve

Sanjay

Jan 1, 2021

The next generation of Proton models will use three-cylinder turbocharged 1.5-litre port injection (MPI, multi-point injection) engines, says Proton. Speaking at a press conference at today’s Proton X50 preview drive at the Sepang International Circuit, Proton’s Director of Group Engineering En. Hazrin Fazail Haroon told the assembled media that the new 1.5T MPI will feature prominently in Proton’s future powertrain line-up. Hazrin didn’t specify which model will use the 1.5T MPI next, but among

Hans

Sep 30, 2020

During a recent trip back to my hometown in Ipoh, I learned from my dad that the son of the mechanic that he usually visits has moved to Singapore. He recently secured a technical position at the Mercedes-Benz division of Cycle and Carriage. Good for him I say. He is a talented young kid who has been helping out in his father’s workshop long before his peers learn about the theory of combustion engines. I have no doubt about the quality of his work. However his father’s workshop is literally und

Hans

Oct 10, 2019

Honda Malaysia welcomed the tenth generation 2020 Honda Accord with a starting price of RM 185,900. Even after the recent price increase, the Honda CR-V’s range topper, 1.5L TC-P, is still priced below the base spec Accord 1.5L TC at RM 175,900. So, should you make the jump and pay RM 10,000 more for the lower spec Accord 1.5L TC? In the new generation Accord, Honda has done away with the 2.0-litre and 2.4-litre engines in favour for a more fuel efficient 1.5-litre Turbocharged unit. It’s essent

Jerrica

Mar 3, 2020

The inevitable fuel price increase is upon us all. Both petrol and diesel fuel prices are up at least 5 cents for the upcoming week. The fuel prices for 16 May 2020 to 22 May 2020 will be as below: RON 95 – RM 1.31/litre (increase 6 cents) RON 97 – RM 1.61/litre (increase 6 cents) Euro 2M Diesel – RM 1.45/litre (increase 5 cents) Euro 5 Diesel – RM 1.55/litre (increase 5 cents)

Jerrica

May 15, 2020

Yesterday, we saw the Malaysian launch of the swoopy 2020 VW Arteon after a long wait. Of course, the burning question remains: how does it stack up against its conservative stablemate, the Passat R-Line and the equally-flowy Audi A5 Sportback? Different prices, but one may just be the unexpected bargain. Read on to find out! Performance: Audi has the most punch Sure, all of them are turbocharged four-pots, but Audi trumps on power here - 252 PS and 370 Nm means it makes a full 60 PS and 50 Nm m

Sanjay

Aug 13, 2020