HomeConvertersHorsepower and kilowatt Horsepower and kilowatt A kilowatt or kW is a thousand watts (W), which is the basic unit of power in the SI system. Horsepower (hp), on the other hand, is an old unit that is still used to measure the power of engines. Select the unit from which to convertSelect the unit from which to convertKilowatt (kW)Horsepower (hp)British Horsepower (hp) Enter a numberEnter a number Select the unit to convert toSelect the unit to convert toKilowatt (kW)Horsepower (hp)British Horsepower (hp) CalculateReset Power in the selected unitPower in the selected unit Get Result on email Send the result to an email 2 Number of calculations | 0 Likes Copy Link Print Result