Convert Metric Horsepower to Watts
PS to W · power conversion
What are metric horsepower and watts?
Metric horsepower (PS) is about 735.5 watts, used in European car specifications. The watt is the SI unit of power, one joule per second. For reference: a typical car engine makes 100–150 kW (about 134–201 hp).
How to convert metric horsepower to watts
1 PS = 735.499 W. To convert, multiply the number of metric horsepower by 735.499. For example, 5 PS = 3,677.49 W, and 20 PS = 14,710 W. To go the other way, multiply watts by 0.00135962 (since 1 W = 0.00135962 PS).
Metric Horsepower to Watts conversion table
| Metric Horsepower (PS) | Watts (W) |
|---|---|
| 1 | 735.499 |
| 10 | 7,354.99 |
| 100 | 73,549.9 |
| 500 | 367,749 |
| 1,000 | 735,499 |
| 2,000 | 1,471,000 |
| 5,000 | 3,677,490 |
FAQ
What is 1 PS in W?
1 PS = 735.499 W. To convert any amount, multiply the number of metric horsepower by 735.499.
How do I convert watts back to metric horsepower?
Go the other way: 1 W = 0.00135962 PS, so multiply watts by 0.00135962 to get metric horsepower.
Is a metric horsepower bigger than a watt?
Yes — 1 PS is the larger unit, equal to 735.499 W.
Are these power conversions exact?
They use the standard internationally-defined conversion factors. Results are rounded to six significant figures for readability, which is accurate enough for everyday and most technical use.