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Most trucks come with both diesel and gasoline options. What are the pros and cons of diesel vs. gas trucks? Flower Motor Company has a handy guide to settle the differences clearly and concisely.
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If you’re the curious type, you’re probably wondering why the differences between gas and diesel trucks are so pronounced! So, when you’re comparing your options, you may want to keep these points in mind:
Both gas and diesel engines are internal combustion engines, which simply means that fuel is turned into energy inside the engine itself. The opposite would be an external combustion engine, where heat is produced in one location and routed to the engine, elsewhere.
Gas trucks tend to compress air and fuel at a ratio of roughly 10:1. Diesel trucks compress their own air/fuel mixture at a rate between 15:1 and 25:1. Since the result is a much hotter cylinder, diesel fuel is self-igniting and often does not require a spark plug.
The efficiency of any engine is determined in part by the relative difference between its maximum hot and cold temperatures. Higher compression ratios allow for a smaller min-max temperature difference, which accounts, in part, for the diesel engine’s greater fuel economy.
No matter what your choice is when comparing diesel vs. gas trucks, you can find the perfect model at Flower Motor Company. We’ve got a great selection of RAM trucks on our lot, but we can also help you custom-order a personalized vehicle if you prefer. Apply for financing to get pre-approved or value your trade with us for an easy upgrade.
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