First, it's got two more cylinders than a conventional four-cylinder engine, or six in total. More cylinders mean more explosions can occur within the engine, which means more horsepower can be generated. ... Further, the unique design of a V6 engine allows more cylinders to fit into a smaller space.

What is the benefit of a V6 engine?

-- A V6 engine tends to be more powerful than the 4-cylinder engine -- allowing your car to accelerate more quickly -- and it tends to get better fuel economy than a V8 engine. -- V6 engines are quieter than 4-cylinder engines. You can get a lot of power out of this engine without making a lot of noise.

Why are V6 engines popular?

Due to their short length, V6 engines are often used as the larger engine option for vehicles which are otherwise produced with inline-four engines, especially in transverse engine vehicles. A downside for luxury cars is that V6 engines produce more vibrations than straight-six engines.