PS in cars stands for Pferdestärke, a German term that directly translates to horsepower. It's a unit of power measurement, commonly used in Europe.
PS: Horsepower Equivalent
According to information available, PS is a direct equivalent to horsepower. This means that a car rated at a certain number of PS has roughly the same power output as a car rated with the same number of horsepower.
Understanding PS and Similar Terms
| Term | Origin | Meaning | Equivalent | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PS | German | Pferdestärke | Horsepower | Europe |
| CV | French | Chevaux-vapeur | Horsepower | Similar to PS |
| HP | English | Horsepower | PS | Widely used |
- Pferdestärke (PS): As mentioned, this is the German term.
- Chevaux-vapeur (CV): A French term, also equivalent to horsepower.
Therefore, when you see PS listed as a power rating for a car, especially in Europe, you can understand it as being essentially the same as horsepower.
