Will a new car consume more fuel?

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Car fuel consumption is directly related to five major factors: driving habits, the vehicle itself, road conditions, natural wind, and environmental temperature. The specific factors that can increase car fuel consumption are as follows: Driving habits: Aggressive driving, such as sudden acceleration, frequent overtaking, and not easing off the throttle before a red light, will increase fuel consumption. The vehicle itself: Cars with larger displacements consume more fuel than those with smaller displacements because larger displacements generally mean greater power, requiring more gasoline to burn and perform work. Heavier cars also consume more fuel because greater weight requires more driving torque. Road conditions: Driving on dirt roads, muddy roads, soft surfaces, or mountainous roads increases resistance and fuel consumption. Natural wind: Driving against the wind or on windy days increases car resistance and fuel consumption. Low environmental temperature: When the engine block temperature is low during a cold start, the injected gasoline is harder to atomize, requiring more gasoline to burn, which increases fuel consumption. Additionally, low temperatures prompt the engine computer to control the engine to run at higher RPMs to warm up, which also increases fuel consumption. When driving, the following five tips can help reduce fuel consumption: When starting the vehicle, use a low gear, gently press the accelerator, and gradually increase speed. Sudden acceleration will multiply fuel consumption. Gentle acceleration, gentle braking, and early braking: While driving, press the accelerator gently to avoid sudden increases in engine RPM and prevent the car from shaking during operation, making the car more fuel-efficient. By anticipating road conditions and applying slow, even acceleration or braking, fuel economy can improve by up to 20%. Maintain proper tire pressure: Keep tire pressure at the level recommended by the manufacturer. For every 2 PSI below the recommended value, fuel consumption increases by 1%. Regular vehicle maintenance or inspection: Timely oil changes can reduce carbon buildup; regularly check and replace the air filter if dirty, and clean or replace the fuel injectors, spark plugs, and throttle body as per mileage. Close the windows while driving. Driving with windows open increases wind resistance, which in turn increases the car's resistance, requiring more power and thus increasing fuel consumption.