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In general, yes. The diesel engine cycle utilizes much higher compression than a gas engine. And the higher the compression, the more "efficient" the engine- everything else being equal. Also, diesel has more energy (btu) per gallon that gasoline, so you win on two fronts.
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Does a gasoline or diesel car give better gas mileage?
Diesel.
Which gives more mileage petrol or diesel?
Diesel engines normally get better fuel economy than gasoline engines.
Do diesel trucks get better gas mileage than regular gas trucks?
Yes, diesel trucks generally get much better gas mileage than regular gas trucks. They even sometimes get better gas mileage than hybrid trucks.
Can diesel gives more average than petrol?
Yes, diesel engines traditionally get better fuel mileage than a gasoline engine.
what is the next step in the scientific method, following stating a question?
A. Gasoline is the best fuel for transportation needs. B. Smell of gasoline is very unpleasant. C. gasoline and diesel fuel release the same amount of energy as they are burned. D. Will I get better mileage with premium gasoline than with regular gasoline
Benefits of Hybrid Diesel?
If you thought a hybrid car was a good deal, think again. A hybrid diesel will get you better mileage than a traditional gasoline engine. Diesel engines and diesel gasoline gets better fuel economy and diesel engines last longer too. What can be better than that? Choosing a hybrid diesel vehicle will get you the ultimate fuel economy while saving you the most money.
Do you get better gas mileage with premium gasoline?
No. Premium has a little less energy than regular. (Diesel has more) You use premium gasoline because it explodes a little faster, and will prevent the engine from knocking. Your owner's manual will explain what octane level of gas you should use.
Can you mix diesel with regular gas?
In a gasoline engine, definitely not. There are times when it is not inappropriate to add small amounts of gasoline to diesel for a diesel engine.
Why a dieel engine is more efficient than a gasolene engine?
Diesel engines are more efficient than gasoline because chambers are different. A diesel engine has better gas mileage.
What gets better fuel mileage gas or Diesel?
diesel.
What is better on gas mileage gas or diesel?
defnetly diesel
Is gas cheaper, overall, when using a diesel truck?
In most areas of the country, regular gasoline and diesel are about the same price. Therefore a diesel truck will have similar operating expenses to one that uses regular gasoline.
