Diesel Vs. Gasoline

[JohnsD90]

Ok me and COB are arguing again, This is Diesel vs. Gas. What would you prefer?

This is comparing the 3.0 Turbo diesel to the bulletproof 3.4l

 

[Spencer]

isnt everyone going to say diesel?

 

[JohnsD90]

isnt everyone going to say diesel?

I hope so, and i hope Toyota North America is reading this.

 

[ChildrenOfBodom]

dude i dont think this is the right subforum, shouldn't this be in general discussions or off topic?

For it to be in the 3rd gen forum it's probably best to say

3.4 vs 3.0td or something......

 

[techno]

Considering 99% of people on this site have never seen, yet alone driven a 3.0TD, how can people really make an informed decision?

I have driven the diesel in a Hilux and loved it, so here is my 2c for the 'argument'.

Gasoline for a vehicle that does mostly city driving.
Diesel for regular touring, working or offroading.

 

[96743runner]

Considering 99% of people on this site have never seen, yet alone driven a 3.0TD, how can people really make an informed decision?

I agree with techno. I can't really make a fair decision as I have never driven a Toyota with the 3.0TD.

 

[JohnsD90]

Considering 99% of people on this site have never seen, yet alone driven a 3.0TD, how can people really make an informed decision?

I have driven the diesel in a Hilux and loved it, so here is my 2c for the 'argument'.

Gasoline for a vehicle that does mostly city driving.
Diesel for regular touring, working or offroading.

I can agree with both statements, diesels are not for local low milage travel.

 

[kball]

Make a Cummins 4BT a diesel choice and I'm in!

 

[RonMAIDEN]

Considering 99% of people on this site have never seen, yet alone driven a 3.0TD, how can people really make an informed decision?

I agree also so I can't really say since my gas engines have always performed fine for me with off roading,daily driving and racing my Eclipse. Doesn't deisel have issues when the temps go below zero? Doesn't it gel up or is that a problem of the past?

 

[Justin727]

I'm 1 of the few 1% that have. I must say I like it a hell of alot better then the 3.4l Buddy swapped one into his old toyota pickup a few years ago and it's running rather nicely still.

Very durable engine considering what he's put his thru.

 

[techno]

Doesn't deisel have issues when the temps go below zero? Doesn't it gel up or is that a problem of the past?

Fuel companies 'winterize' diesel fuels before distribution to stop this. The ratio of the mix depends on the location it's going to. But, some people still need to be mindful of this if they might be purchasing fuel in a warm area and then moving into a cold climate. It usually takes an extended period of time for the gelling to cause major issues.

 

[JohnsD90]

Make a Cummins 4BT a diesel choice and I'm in!

It was diesel vs gas before but no one liked that idea, I am looking into a 4BT and VW 1.9TDI, but the 4BT IIRC needs stronger axles, But the 4BT are quite plentiful for parts and the engine themselves.

 

[JohnsD90]

Fuel companies 'winterize' diesel fuels before distribution to stop this. The ratio of the mix depends on the location it's going to. But, some people still need to be mindful of this if they might be purchasing fuel in a warm area and then moving into a cold climate. It usually takes an extended period of time for the gelling to cause major issues.

The winter blend sucks, it results in lower power and mpg.

 

[steezemcqueen]

The winter blend sucks, it results in lower power and mpg.

its better than not being able to drive your car