Diesel or Petrol Car ? This has been one of the most popular question in the seminars i give. Before i analysed the data of the query raisers, i had a perception that this is the question of the mature Car buyers. Though, when i did research, i was astonished to know that the question has equal brains behind of every generation on this planet.
I personally own both Diesel and Petrol Cars. For long drives on highways, i somehow like the petrol machine performance. That is really smooth to drive and feels knife on the butter.
Understand this Before you Proceed Ahead
Same Volume (cc) Petrol Engine is more powerful then the Diesel Engine as it has a higher compression ratio. Generally automotive makers put a heavier engine in the same variant of same model of the car.
The NOx emissions of a Diesel Engine is far more as compared to the other one. Every country automotive regulatory pressurise the car manufacturer’s to put more hardware and reduce the emissions below a certain specified level. This addition of more products & components make a Diesel Car a bit costlier.
Servicing the Diesel powertrain is costlier as it has to take care not only the engine but also the emission controlling stuff.
Now coming to your actual question, if you should prefer a Diesel Car over Petrol Car.
Very Important
As per the data, 80% of the private cars are driven in traffic areas where the Car performance is not actually available. So, whether you Drive a 1000 CC Car or a 2500 CC SUV, you will actually be driving on the same pace. So if you are going to opt Diesel for power, i do not find it sensible for city traffic.
Should You Prefer & Buy Diesel Car
The recommendation to buy Diesel Car is entirely based on the daily running of your vehicle. If your Daily Car running is lesser than a specific value then, probably petrol car will be more cost effective for you.
Tool to help you choose Diesel or Petrol Car as per your Driving Profile
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Should I Buy a Diesel Car : Experts Research
If the XETA factor is below 2, then it is very profitable and cost effective to buy Diesel Car. And if the value is above 4, then Petrol Car can be more cost effective for you.
| Xeta Factor Value | Should You Prefer Diesel Car |
| <2 | Definitely Recommended to Buy Diesel Vehicle |
| 2 – 4 | Purchasing Diesel Car is Cost Effective |
| >4 | Opt For Petrol Car Engine |
