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What is torque
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Torque is rotational force.
In cars, torque is the twisting force the engine or motor applies to the drivetrain. It is the part of the powertrain that helps a vehicle start moving, pull weight, and respond at lower rpm.
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Key Context
More torque usually helps with launch feel, towing, and low-speed acceleration.
Horsepower describes how quickly work can be done; torque describes twisting force.
Drivers usually feel torque as shove or pulling strength, especially off the line.
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