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They are simply built much tougher. Diesel engine have a compression ratio that is much higher than any petrol engine. As such the internal parts must be built stronger to handle the higher compression. Also the diesel fuel itself provides some lubrication. These factors provide for a much longer life.
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What type of oil does a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer use?
Mobile One Synthetic for High Milage engines
What is the best oil to use 1996 Nissan maxima?
20 50 heavy oil is good for height milage engines
What is an engine made of?
Most vehicle engines in the US are made of cast aluminum. Previously, they were made of steel, but in the gas milage race, cast aluminum won because it is lighter.
What kind of motor oil does a 2002 Hyundai accent use?
5w30 is preferred especially in colder climates. 10w30 can also be used. For older engines the new high milage oils are helpful.
What is the highway gas milage for a Dodge Dakota 4x4?
The highway gas milage for a Dodge Dakota varies by vehicle. Average milage is around 16 mpg.
Can mothballs be used to improve performance in petrol engines?
Napthalene has been used to effect octane & improve milage but is not a practical rplpacement even though highly combustible. It is highly toxic with carcinogenic properties.
What is the mpg of a 1971 bug?
The gas milage of a sedan is 40 and the gas milage of a normal one is 25
HOW MANY MILES ARE ON THIS CAR?
WHAT IS THE MILAGE
How can you fix my egr flow and where is it in the engine?
EGR (exhaust gas recirculation) is usually located on the intake manifold. They must be taken off and the port cleaned underneath it. May have to replace the valve as this carbon (usually high milage engines) is very difficult to get out.
How is calculated oil life percentage after oil change on a Honda Odyssey?
Milage... The counter tracts milage ...about 8,000 kms from 100 % to 0 %
How do you improve gas milage?
Slow down
What is the milage from London to Edinburgh?
404 miles
