Fuel Consumption
Author : Aslıhan Arıcıoğlu
FUEL CONSUMPTION
Diesel fuel is one of the most common fuel used in today ’ s vehicles . As diesel contains more energy than the gasoline , diesel promotes fuel economy much more . Gasoline-powered engines ’ fuel efficiency rates between 20-25 % whereas diesel-powered engines ’ effiency goes up to 40 %. That ’ s why diesel-powered engines can go further endurance wise with the same amount of fuel when compared with gasoline-powered ones .
In addition to this , diesel-powered engines have a more elaborate and detailed structure with their manufacturing technology and extra equipments .
As a result , diesel-powered engines are sold with a higher price .