Once you’ve decided to get a new truck, the next step is to choose a gasoline truck or a diesel truck. While both options can help you tackle your tough jobs, one outshines the other in certain key areas. In this guide, our team at Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT will compare the two types of trucks to show how they measure up and help you select the ideal one for you.
Engine Type: Both diesel and gas trucks come with internal combustion engines (ICE), where fuel is converted into energy inside the engine itself. So, no matter the option you choose, you will get the same kind of engine.
Compression: Gas engines usually compress fuel and air at a ratio of 10:1 and require a spark plug for ignition. Diesel engines, on the other hand, have a higher compression ratio, typically between 15:1 and 25:1, so they create enough heat to ignite on their own (without a spark plug).
Temperature: The difference between the minimum and maximum temperatures in diesel engines is smaller than that of their gasoline counterparts. This results in higher fuel efficiency in diesel trucks than in gas trucks.
Horsepower and Acceleration: Gas trucks tend to have more horsepower than diesel trucks of the same size, making them more suitable for spirited driving.
Convenience: Gasoline-powered trucks are a bit more convenient to use than their diesel variants. For example, it’s easy to locate a fueling station with gasoline around you, whereas you may need to travel miles before finding one with a diesel option.
Maintenance: You will spend less to maintain a gas truck than a diesel truck. They come with easy-to-find parts and have fewer filters and other components than diesel trucks. Besides, technicians are more familiar with gas trucks and find them easier to fix.
Towing: Diesel trucks boast higher truck and towing numbers than gasoline trucks, making them the better option for heavy-lifting jobs.
Gas Mileage: Since they burn fuel more efficiently, diesel engine trucks usually have better fuel economy ratings than gas trucks. So, they will save you money at the pump and allow you to travel further between refills.
Longevity: Diesel trucks come with stronger engine blocks and internals, which enable them to withstand being worked harder than gasoline trucks. For this reason, diesel-powered trucks tend to last longer than their gasoline variants.
Resale Value: Due to their longer lifespan, diesel trucks don’t depreciate as quickly as gas-powered trucks. So, if you plan to resell the vehicle after some years, diesel trucks are the way to go.
Whether you are leaning toward a diesel or a gas truck, you will find what you need at Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT. We carry an impressive selection of new and pre-owned trucks for sale at unbeatable prices. Our lineup includes top models like the 2024 Ram 1500 – a handsome pickup truck packed with cutting-edge Ram features to enhance your driving experience. Visit our showroom today to check our trucks and discover why we are the go-to automotive dealership in Downey, CA.
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