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Turbo vs Supercharger

Discussion in 'Performance and Tuning' started by beastlytaco, Oct 16, 2008.

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Which one: turbo or S/C

  1. Turbo

    325 vote(s)
    28.2%

  2. Supercharger

    656 vote(s)
    57.0%

  3. Dont spend the money on either

    170 vote(s)
    14.8%
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  1. Dec 9, 2008 at 3:23 PM
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    Ridgerunner

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    Hey that'd be WILD in a standard cab!!! Less weight! I actually am anticipating hearing your experience when ya do get 1:D
     
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  2. Dec 9, 2008 at 3:41 PM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    X2! I was REALLY happy with my superchaerged Reg. cab 4 popper! :D
     
    chris4x4, Dec 9, 2008
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  3. Dec 9, 2008 at 3:51 PM
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    beastlytaco

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    yeah. if i dont feel comfortable installing one myself, what kind of place normally does that kind of performance work??
     
    beastlytaco, Dec 9, 2008
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  4. Dec 9, 2008 at 4:22 PM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    It was an easy install. Just give yourself plenty of time. Not sure what kind of shop would install one, though.
     
    chris4x4, Dec 9, 2008
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  5. Dec 9, 2008 at 4:29 PM
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    beastlytaco

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    cool. the most work if done is install my catback. so i shouldnt have a problem. i mean it comes with instructions, right? so i should be fine. i just checked their website. alpine developments has a S/C but its only applicable on 1999-2004 tacomas. it is for the 2.7. but would it still fit on my 08??
     
    beastlytaco, Dec 9, 2008
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  6. Dec 17, 2008 at 8:17 PM
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    chris4x4

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    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine. Moderator

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    Nope. the new ones are a little different.
     
    chris4x4, Dec 17, 2008
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  7. Dec 18, 2008 at 10:43 PM
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  8. Dec 18, 2008 at 11:18 PM
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    no, 3.4 >> 4.0... won't fit.. however for power on the op's 4cyl.. definitely recommend Turbo. You won't get great power gains on a 4 banger with a S/C..
     
    VooDooTrip, Dec 18, 2008
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  9. Dec 19, 2008 at 11:17 AM
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    yeah im not really looking for "racing" power, but more or less power that i can actually use on the hihway. with a turbo i got to reach a certain rpms for that to kick in. s/c its there whenever i need it. i dont have to jump on it to get some HP
     
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  10. Dec 19, 2008 at 3:17 PM
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    Low boost turbo is efficient.. say 7-10psi and you only need minimal tuning (little to no lag). The power gains aren't that great for the 4cyl S/C but if you're just looking for a little highway push, then that'll probably be best. I would recommend a piggyback or larger injectors/fuel pump though.
     
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  11. Dec 20, 2008 at 9:59 AM
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    I have ran both turbos and super chargers in the past and the super charger is the way to go no lag and your motor will stay cooler, with a turbo you will need alot of air to cool it down.
     
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  12. Dec 22, 2008 at 8:58 AM
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    It all comes down to where you want your power....

    S/C for low end immediate boost, good for off road grunt..

    Turbo if you want freeway power

    However there are always exceptions to the rule.
    I chose turbo since I am 2wd and dont really need the low end, just more juice on top. 18psi feels really good, especially when that speed racer guy in the Modded mustang wants to "try" and show you whats up..:D
     
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  13. Jan 3, 2009 at 5:40 AM
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    Dont let Chris4x4 hear that-he had a pretty nasty SC setup on his 2000 2.7
     
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  14. Jan 3, 2009 at 6:47 AM
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    :D
     
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  15. Jan 7, 2009 at 12:43 PM
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    I would love to get the trd sc for the tacoma now...
     
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  16. Jan 30, 2009 at 7:51 PM
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    One is exhaust driven one is belt driven, other than that not a whole lot of difference.
     
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  17. Feb 15, 2009 at 10:55 AM
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  18. Feb 15, 2009 at 10:59 AM
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    well. if your totally flat running, i would go with a turbo set up. but for performance throughout your RPMs, go with a supercharger.
     
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  19. Feb 15, 2009 at 11:32 AM
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  20. Feb 17, 2009 at 1:07 PM
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    Easy question... What do you want your power band to look like (low rpm, med rpm, high rpm)?

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    *note this is most cases.. not all.
     
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