I've heard a lot of estimates of how much the battery packs of hybrid or electric cars might be worth, but i'm wondering how much the motor itself might cost. Say the cost of the motor for the upcoming chevy volt and also a similar motor but of much less power maybe 50-70hp as might be found in a small hybrid. Also how much does a comparable 4-cylinder ICE of equal horsepower cost?
nah the motor in the chevy volt would be rated at more hp than a motor in a hybrid cause in a hybrid you have a gasoline engine too so you don't need that strong of an electric motor. as for prices, the motor could be anywhere from $800-1000 or even up in the $1500-$2000 range. it all depends on its specs. an ICE will be more expensive. there are A LOT more moving parts in an engine compared to a motor. an electric motor will run more efficiently, and will require significantly less maintainence because as I said, less parts. infact there is only one moving part in an electric motor. electric motors also have more torque and better torque curves. ICEs usually have their torque and horsepower peak near the high rpm range. but electric motors have torque curves that are almost flat, so you get better acceleration AND more rpms.
