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pound-feet of torque

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Pound-feet of torque measures how strong an engine is at turning things. More torque means better acceleration and the ability to pull heavier loads.

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Pound-feet of torque is a measurement of rotational force in an engine. It indicates how much twisting force the engine can produce, which affects acceleration and towing capacity.

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