Heavy-Duty Automatic Transmission | Heavy trucks, buses, towing (Ford Explorer 2018) | Torque: 1800Nm (Base) ▲ 2000Nm (Advanced) (exceeds industry standard 1500Nm) Material: Steel (ISO 3801 certified) CE Certified | ▲ 2000Nm Advanced: Handles 30% more torque than industry norms Robust steel construction for durability Complies with safety standards | Higher cost than standard transmissions Heavier weight impacts fuel efficiency |
Standard Automatic Transmission | Passenger cars, light trucks | Torque: 800–1200Nm (ASTM D543) Material: Aluminum (ISO 3801) No heavy-duty certifications | Smoother driving experience Lightweight for fuel efficiency Broad compatibility | ▼ Lower torque limits heavy-load use Less durable under stress |
Manual Transmission | Light/medium-duty vehicles, cost-sensitive | Torque: 1000–1500Nm (ISO 3801) Material: Steel/Aluminum Basic certifications | Lower cost Direct driver control for performance enthusiasts | Requires skill to shift gears Less convenient for frequent stops |
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Fuel-efficient compact cars | Torque: Up to 250Nm (SAE J1100) Material: Lightweight alloys No mechanical gears | Seamless acceleration Improved fuel efficiency | ▼ Limited torque capacity for heavy loads Unnatural "rubber band" feel |
Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) | Performance cars/SUVs | Torque: Up to 1800Nm (ISO 3801) Material: Aluminum + steel hybrid Quick-shifting tech | Lightning-fast gear shifts Efficient in high-performance scenarios | High maintenance costs Complex design prone to malfunctions |
Electric Transmission (Hybrid/EV) | Electric/hybrid vehicles | Torque: Instant 500–800Nm (SAE J1100) Material: Lightweight composites No mechanical gears | Zero emissions Instant torque for instant acceleration | ▼ Limited range without charging Higher upfront cost |