TA49 vs. PTA52 Turbocharger
Comparison

TURBINE SIDE
Features of Note:
  • This is the turbine side of the PTA 52 turbo (left) and the TA49 turbo (right)
  • The PTA52 uses the GT350 turbine wheel, which is bigger, lighter and has less fins than the TA49 (or the TA61)
  • The Precision exhaust housing is bigger and has a more gentle "scroll" than the Garret housing
  • The PTA52 turbine fins seem to be deeper than the TA49

EXHAUST HOUSING INLET
Features of Note:
  • PTA52 (left) and TA49 (right)
  • Stock center section on both turbos
  • Stock wastegate actuator on both turbos
  • Compressor side is identical
  • Exhaust inlet for the PTA52 is opened up compared to the TA49

TOP
Features of Note:
  • PTA52 (left) and TA49 (right)
  • Stock center section on both turbos
  • You can clearly see the much bigger exhaust housing for the PTA52
  • Compressor side is identical

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