what is the main difference

[evil sword]

helow my friends

what is the main difference between Supercharger and Turbocharger

I think this is my first question so ......

 

[ChefChris]

A Supercharger sucks a Turbo Charger blows.......(omg)

 

[orlandomsp]

The simple way to put it is this: a turbocharger runs off the engine's exhaust, while a supercharger is run by a belt off the crankshaft of the engine.

Here's a more in-depth look at both systems:

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/turbo.htm

http://auto.howstuffworks.com/supercharger.htm

 

[ChefChris]

The simple way to put it is this: a turbocharger runs off the engine's exhaust, while a supercharger is run by a belt off the crankshaft of the engine.

that too.....lol