The petrol engine basics: inline-3 and inline-4 explained.

Every vehicle relies on its engine, the core component that transforms fuel into the motion you experience on the road. For your Maruti Wagon R, this powerhouse is a petrol engine, designed for efficiency and reliability, perfectly suited for Indian driving conditions. Understanding its basic setup is the first step towards truly mastering your vehicle's maintenance.

At the heart of any internal combustion engine are cylinders, which are essentially chambers where fuel and air combine to create controlled explosions. These explosions push pistons, converting the chemical energy of petrol into mechanical energy. The number of cylinders directly influences an engine's characteristics, including its power output and smoothness.