We think that diesel engines are pretty amazing here at Tri Valley Auto Repair & Diesel. Of course, we think all engines are amazing, which is why we are a full-service auto shop. Let’s talk about the benefits of diesel engines in this blog post, however, because there are many. Diesel engines aren’t the same as they were decades ago. They are cleaner, less noisy, and present their drivers with numerous advantages. Let’s talk about what those advantages of diesel engines are below.
High Energy Density Means Better Gas Mileage
Energy density is one benefit of diesel engines that is second to none. What energy density means is the amount of energy produced by the fuel. Diesel fuel has a high energy density, which means it produces more power per gallon than gasoline does. Naturally, the more power you get out of each gallon of diesel fuel the less fuel the engine burns, which means you’ll get better gas mileage out of a diesel automobile. In fact, newer diesels can get the same gas mileage that hybrid vehicles do.
Higher Heat and Compression Mean More Durability
A diesel engine also runs hotter and tighter. This higher heat and compression production means that the engines must be built to withstand wear and tear better than a gasoline engine that produces less heat and compression. In other words, diesel engines are built to last. They deal with a lot more than a gasoline engine does, and because they are built to be durable, you can count on a ton of mileage out of your diesel engine. For the record, 900,000 miles is the longest a diesel engine has lasted.
Higher Heat and Compression Also Mean More Power
The reason why these engines produce more heat and compression is that they are designed to produce more power. This is why you see big rigs with diesel engines. These engines can produce more torque to get the heavy vehicle going from a stop quicker than a gasoline engine. Diesel engines are extremely powerful, and they can handle heavier vehicles and drivers who want more torque and horsepower underneath the hood. Gasoline engine get-up-and-go does not compare to diesel engines.
All of these things tend to make these engines in high demand in the used-car market. As such, these vehicles also offer their owners high resale value when they are ready to get a new car. Whether you drive a diesel or a gasoline-powered engine, Tri Valley Auto Repair & Diesel in Limon, CO, is your one-stop-shop for all of your automotive service needs.
