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One of the most common questions asked by people wanting to buy a bus for their company or business is whether they should opt for a diesel-powered bus or a gasoline powered one. Both of them have their own set of advantages and disadvantages and a lot depends upon the way the bus will be operated. But generally speaking, a diesel bus is better in terms of overall operational costs and performance. Let's see some points regarding diesel and gas buses:
Torque vs Horsepower
There is a major difference between a gasoline engine and a diesel engine. A gas engine is designed to produce more horsepower, i.e., to rev faster as compared to a diesel engine. In contrast to that, a diesel engine is designed to produce more torque, i.e. to have a better load carrying capacity. Hence, if you wish to carry a lot of passengers and especially if the terrain is not uniform in your area, diesel will be a much better option.
Maintenance
Diesel engines have a higher repair and maintenance costs since their parts are more complex and require more specialization. But these costs will even out in the long term as diesel engines are also more durable as compared to gas engines.
Fuel Economy
Diesel is a denser fuel in terms of energy as compared to gasoline and because of that a diesel engine will be more economic when compared to a gas engine. Hence in long term, diesel powered bus will result in higher savings due to better efficiency.
Ownership Costs
A diesel-powered bus is pricier when compared to a gas powered one. This might be a deciding factor for some people. But over a long time, because of higher durability and increased efficiency, diesel-powered buses will prove to be a cheaper option.
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What type of gas does the metro bus use?
Diesel and regular gas. Often times homemade gas by the bus company.
Where can I buy a diesel power generator?
I think you can buy a diesel generator at any of the places that you buy a gas one. Why do you prefer diesel over gas. Diesel would be harder to start in winter cause diesel fuel tends to gel when cold out.
How much fuel or gas does a Greyhound bus use?
About 100 gallons of diesel fuel.
What is the weight of a 1980 international 1723 school bus?
My 1979 International 1723 gas school bus weight is 21,700 lbs. The 1980 should be very similar. I wouldn't think Gas v/s Diesel would change the weight that much.
Does a bus run on diesel or gasoline?
There are buses that run on diesel fuel, others that run on gasoline, and still others that run on propane or natural gas. The tram, or trolley, is a bus that runs on electricity.Ray
What car to buy petrol or diesel?
Well with the high prices today, it's cheaper to buy gas because it's cheaper than diesel. Diesel is most expensive.
What gas does a ford excursion uses?
If you happen to buy a gas Excursion, it doesn't matter which kind of gas you get, you can even get the lowest grade there. However, if you get the DIESEL FUEL ONLY Excursion, you gotta put the diesel in, but you can use BIO-DIESEL FUEL
What type of energy is a bus powered with?
Most buses run on diesel fuel. The engine takes the chemical energy from the gas and changes it into mechanical energy to physically move the bus.
Why diesel is got off when gas kit is applied?
If you have in your engine a diesel gas kit, when gas is on the lambda cell detects excess of fuel and decreases the injection of diesel. The kit software should be able to put gas at the limit to don't extinguish the diesel "spark" Pedro Janus Brazil
What can you put on your gas truck to cause it to blow smoke?
A for sale sign, then buy a diesel.
How many mile can a school bus go on one tank of gas?
Depends on the size of the school bus, size of the fuel tank, if it has a diesel or gasoline engine, and the mpg it will get. None of which you list.
What kind of energy do a bus use?
A bus typically uses diesel fuel or compressed natural gas to power its engine and move. Some buses may use electricity from batteries or overhead wires in the case of electric buses.
