Most everything in life has its ups and downs. This is true for both gas engines and diesel engines. This article is a way to compare the ups and downs of both engines, to help you determine for your self which is better suited for your needs.
The first thing we will look at is the cost differences. It is true that diesel engines are more expensive to purchase because they are more difficult to make and maintain. They require thicker, tougher materials to sustain the pressure that is put on them. Many times they end up costing a great deal more then a gas engine would. This is one reason that gas powered engines are more popular then diesel engines. So, when it comes to price, the gas engine is clearly the winner.
The next detail we will examine is the cost to keep the vehicle running in terms of fuel cost. In earlier days, diesel fuel was easier to make, giving it a much lower cost then regular gas. There was also a lower demand for the diesel fuel, which helped with the cost. Unfortunately, with today’s gas prices, diesel fuel is often just as expensive, if not more expensive then regular fuel. This makes it very difficult to declare an actual winner when it comes to gas prices. We will have to say that this is pretty much a tie. Not to mention, gas prices are always changing, so there will never be one definite winner.
Another important aspect of the car is how much noise it makes, and how much it vibrates. Even will all of the advances in technology over the years, anyone can tell you that diesel engines make much more noise. When a diesel engine roars to life, you are often able to hear it from inside a building. However, when a gas powered engine is turned over, you can sometimes hardly even know the car is on, assuming there are no problems with the car. So once again, a gas powered engine is a much quieter ride, with a lower amount of vibrations, and wins in this aspect of the competition.
If you are trying to choose between diesel and gas powered engines, you may want to think about how they are going to react to the cold weather. If you have ever attempted to turn over a diesel engine in frigid temperatures, you know that it is very simple, and will probably not give you many problems. The cold weather can hinder a gas powered engine from starting up right away. Therefore, if you are going to be driving your car in a very cold climate, the diesel engine is your best bet.
One way to determine which engine is better for you is to look at how much maintenance you want to have to put into it and how much you want that maintenance to cost. On a diesel engine, most everything is more expensive than a gasoline engine to fix. The diesel engine requires more oil, and a larger fuel filter. Simple maintenance like an oil change are often much more expensive. You do not have to service the parts of a gasoline powered vehicle as often as you would on a diesel engine. So in this regard, a gas powered engine would be best.
You may also want to figure out what kind of work you expect your engine to do. If you want something with more power and the ability to work hard for you, a diesel engine is best. The sheer size of a diesel engine is a large factor in its power, and is something that a gas powered engine could not even compare to. A diesel engine is best for work.
So as you can see, there are numerous things to consider when purchasing a gas powered or a diesel powered engine. If you take all of these things into account, you can help yourself make a decision that is best for you.
