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Gasoline and diesel are the most commonly used fuel for vehicles. However, gasoline is more commonly used for cars, motorcycles while diesel is mainly used for tractors, buses, trains, etc. Why so? (in your own words)

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Answered by Amarjitbajwa56
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Gasoline is one of the most common types of fuels used for automobiles today. This petroleum-based fuel is refined for four to six-cylinder engines, found in most of today’s common cars. Gasoline provides many advantages in running a car or other vehicle.

Advantages of Gasoline

Quick Starting – Because it is highly-combustible, vehicles powered by gasoline usually start up more quickly than other vehicles.

Fast Acceleration – Gasoline accelerates much better than other fuels.

Quiet Combustion and Operation – While the exhaust does contribute to hydrocarbons in the atmosphere, it is highly-favored for its quiet combustion and operation, particularly desired in passenger vehicles.

Powerful Energy Source – Vehicles that run on gasoline or diesel can be run 24/7, without the need for recharging, and are able to travel longer and run faster than other sources of energy

Diesel

Diesel fuel is widely used in transport tractor-trailer trucks and buses. Some advantages of diesel include:

Less Pollution – Although diesel fuel is non-renewable, the exhaust contains less carbon dioxide and nitrous oxide, which contributes to smog and pollution in the environment.

Higher Efficiency – Vehicles which use diesel fuel operate at 30% higher efficiency than gas-powered vehicles.

Longer Vehicle Life – Because they operate much cleaner, diesel vehicles usually last longer than gasoline vehicles.

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