Should Private Cars Use 92 or 95 Octane Gasoline?
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Fuel grade selection depends on the engine's compression ratio, which is usually indicated on the inside of the fuel tank cap. If the label specifies 92 octane gasoline, use 92; if it specifies 95 octane, use 95. Below are the differences between 95 and 92 octane gasoline: Different Octane Ratios: 92 octane gasoline consists of 92% isooctane and 8% n-heptane, while 95 octane gasoline consists of 95% isooctane and 5% n-heptane. Different Compression Ratio Suitability: 92 octane gasoline is suitable for engines with a compression ratio between 8.6 and 9.9, whereas 95 octane gasoline is suitable for engines with a compression ratio between 10.0 and 11.5. Different Anti-Knock Properties: 92 octane gasoline has weaker anti-knock properties, requiring delayed ignition timing, which leads to faster fuel consumption. In contrast, 95 octane gasoline's stronger anti-knock properties result in slower fuel consumption.