⚡ Power Converter
Watt (W)1,000
Kilowatt (kW)1
Horsepower (hp)1.341022
Metric horsepower (PS)1.359619
BTU per hour (BTU/h)3,412.141635
Convert between watts (W), kilowatts (kW), horsepower (hp/PS), BTU per hour, and other power units in real time. Useful for comparing car spec sheets, or comparing appliance and power-tool wattage against engine output.
How to use
- Enter a value into any power unit field (W, kW, hp, PS, or BTU/h).
- The converted values appear instantly in the other unit fields.
FAQ
What's the difference between hp and PS?
hp (horsepower) is mainly used in the US and UK, while PS (metric horsepower) is common in Japanese and European car catalogs. They're close in value but not identical.
Can I use this for air conditioner capacity ratings?
Yes — it's handy for comparing a BTU/h rating on an imported air conditioner with a wattage rating on a domestic one.
Is this useful for comparing car spec sheets?
Yes — you can convert between a kW rating and a PS/hp horsepower rating to compare specs across markets.