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Vaultboy · 06-18-2004, 06:03 AM

I dont know about diesel prices overseas or the pricing of diesel cars, but here in SA, the following hold true:

A diesel car will carry a higher price tag. Normally about $2000 more than its petrol equivalent.

most petrol cars haev to be serviced every 15 000km. Diesels typically have to be serviced every 10 000km. Diesel services are typically more expensive (high-grade synthetic oil, more expensive parts, etc), especially Turbodiesels.

High grade Diesel fuel (with low sulphur content) is marginally cheaper than petrol.

Inthe end, you have to drive about 120 000 kms with your diesel car before the purchase price vs fuel economy/cheaper fuel price translates into savings for you. Then you have to factor in repairs, frequent services and the noise disadvantages.

Basically, I'd give TDi's to sales reps (people who clock up a lot of mileage), and people who prefer to drive bigger engined cars (i.e. love torque), but want to save money.

I'd rather drive a 1.8l petrol than a 2.0l Diesel. Its cheaper in all respects.

06-18-2004, 06:03 AM	#10 (permalink)
Vaultboy Addict Location: Third World	I dont know about diesel prices overseas or the pricing of diesel cars, but here in SA, the following hold true: A diesel car will carry a higher price tag. Normally about $2000 more than its petrol equivalent. most petrol cars haev to be serviced every 15 000km. Diesels typically have to be serviced every 10 000km. Diesel services are typically more expensive (high-grade synthetic oil, more expensive parts, etc), especially Turbodiesels. High grade Diesel fuel (with low sulphur content) is marginally cheaper than petrol. Inthe end, you have to drive about 120 000 kms with your diesel car before the purchase price vs fuel economy/cheaper fuel price translates into savings for you. Then you have to factor in repairs, frequent services and the noise disadvantages. Basically, I'd give TDi's to sales reps (people who clock up a lot of mileage), and people who prefer to drive bigger engined cars (i.e. love torque), but want to save money. I'd rather drive a 1.8l petrol than a 2.0l Diesel. Its cheaper in all respects. __________________ "Failing tastes of bile and dog vomit. Pity any man that gets used to that taste." Last edited by Vaultboy; 06-18-2004 at 06:05 AM..