Front engines, middle engines and rear engines — what’s the difference? Does the location of your car’s engine affect its performance, or is it just a design feature that certain manufacturers are partial to? The following is a quick guide to educate you on the ways front, midle and rear engine placement impacts your vehicle’s power and performance:  What Are Engine Placements? Engineers will either design the car so that the engine is placed in the front, middle or rear.  Front Engine Placements: Front engine placement is most common today. The engine rests underneath the hood and either in front or behind the front axle line. Most cars on the road today have a front engine placement. Middle Engine Placement: A