Topic: Defensive and eco-driving · Nº 145 / 150

En un motor de gasolina, al acelerar cambiaremos de marcha entre las...

In a petrol engine, when accelerating we will change gear between...

  • A5000 y 5500 rpm.5,000 and 5,500 rpm.
  • B1500 y 2000 rpm.1,500 and 2,000 rpm.
  • C2000 y 2500 rpm.2,000 and 2,500 rpm.
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Correct answer

  • C2000 y 2500 rpm.2,000 and 2,500 rpm.
Explanation

In eco-driving, with a petrol engine you change up between 2,000 and 2,500 revolutions per minute; with a diesel engine, between 1,500 and 2,000. Taking the engine to high revs only increases consumption.

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