What is the difference between cars running on gasoline and natural gas?
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Cars running on gasoline and natural gas differ in the following aspects: 1. Fuel type: Gasoline-powered cars use gasoline as fuel, while natural gas-powered cars use natural gas. 2. Ignition point: The ignition point of gasoline is 427°C, whereas natural gas ignites at 650°C. 3. Fuel storage method: Gasoline is stored in iron-rubber fuel tanks, while natural gas is stored in high-pressure steel cylinders. 4. Economic efficiency: Running on natural gas is cheaper than gasoline, approximately half the cost (depending on specific conditions), but natural gas provides less power than gasoline. This is because most car engines are designed for gasoline, so using natural gas may result in noticeably insufficient horsepower.
I think the biggest difference between gasoline and natural gas is the impact on the wallet. Gasoline is expensive, costing around 8-9 yuan per liter, while natural gas is only about 4 yuan. My car saves over 30 yuan in fuel costs every 100 kilometers when running on gas, easily saving 600-700 yuan a month on commuting. However, converting to a natural gas system costs 4,000-5,000 yuan, and you have to make space in the trunk for the gas tank. In summer, when using air conditioning or climbing hills, the power is a bit weaker, and you need to press the accelerator deeper to get enough force. For long trips, some small towns have very few gas stations, so you need to check the route in advance. For someone like me who commutes 50 kilometers every day, the conversion cost is recouped in just two years.
