How it works
- Type a value in the left field.
- Pick the units to convert from and to.
- The result updates instantly, with a full reference table below.
🎯 When to use this
- Convert car horsepower specs (hp, PS) to kilowatts
- Compare appliance power consumption (W) to horsepower
- Convert air conditioner capacity (BTU/h) to watts
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are hp and PS the same unit?
- Similar but different. Mechanical horsepower (hp) is 745.7W; metric horsepower (PS) is 735.5W.
- How many horsepower is 1 kW?
- About 1.341 hp (mechanical) or about 1.360 PS.
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