When buying a new car, many people have a question, which engine to choose: diesel or gasoline? In Europe, the first type of motors is quite popular, but in Russia it is not very popular. For many, he is associated with smoking trucks and tractors, but not with a new foreign car. On the other hand, looking at the current fuel prices, one has to think about how and what to save on. If you believe the data of car dealerships on the official fuel consumption of the two engines, in terms of economy, the diesel is more profitable.
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Step 1
According to statistics, 2/3 of cars have a gasoline engine in Russia. Several factors play in its favor:
- cars with this engine are cheaper than diesel cars by about 10-15%;
- some car manufacturers do not supply cars that run on diesel fuel to the domestic market;
- a familiar association for many: a car is gasoline.
Step 2
In addition, there are other advantages to gasoline engines. They weigh less, give out more power, do not make noise, and in severe frost they start without any problems. But they also have significant drawbacks: a higher price per liter and fuel consumption.
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When it comes to diesel engines, everything is fine at first glance. A liter of diesel is cheaper than gasoline, and fuel consumption is lower. In addition, new vehicles with such engines are not subject to the new duties. However, diesel engines are very demanding on fuel quality. The quality of domestic diesel fuel is often low, and therefore it is safe to say that you cannot avoid problems with fuel. Service trips for routine maintenance will be more frequent, and it will also cost a little more than for vehicles with a gasoline engine.
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The next important point concerns safety. Diesel fuel is non-volatile (that is, it does not easily evaporate). therefore
The risk of fire in diesel engines is much lower, especially since they do not use an ignition system.
Step 5
So which engine - diesel or gasoline - should you still give preference to when buying a new car? There is no definite answer here. It should be looked at according to the situation. So, if you buy a car only for trips to and from work, knowing that after a few years you will sell it, you should opt for a gasoline engine. Initially, such a car will cost less than a similar one with a diesel engine.
Step 6
If you plan to travel by car constantly and your annual mileage will exceed 30 thousand kilometers, it is better to give preference to a diesel engine. The lower cost of refueling, moderate appetites of the engine will allow you to quickly compensate for the initial overpayment for auto and maintenance. So, which engine is best for your needs is up to you. However, approach this choice responsibly. Ask the managers, take the cars for a test drive, and then your choice will bring you joy and pleasure.
