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CNG vs. Petrol Cars: Which Is Better for You?
Recent advancements in the automotive industry have sparked the frequently asked question: “Which is better, a CNG or a petrol car?” While petrol has been a staple fuel since the advent of automobiles, CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) is a relatively newer alternative. So, if you're considering buying a new vehicle and are unsure whether to opt for CNG or petrol, continue reading for a clearer comparison.
The table below shows the differences between CNG and petrol cars.
CNG | Petrol |
CNG vehicles use natural gas in compressed form, which is why it is an eco-friendly alternative (as reported so far) | Petrol is a fossil fuel, and due to carbon release, it is low on the side of eco-friendly factor |
The mileage of CNG vehicles can be up to 25% more than petrol vehicles | The fuel efficiency of petrol is comparatively lower than CNG |
CNG vehicles have higher making costs, and thus, when it comes to the market, CNG vehicles cost more than petrol variants | Petrol vehicles, on the other hand, are less expensive as compared to CNG vehicles |
Servicing costs of CNG tanks are higher and more frequent. Often, the CNG tanks need to be inspected and replaced often | Petrol tanks go well on regular servicing without the need for any special inspection. |
The cost of CNG fuel is much cheaper than petrol, which makes it an efficient choice | Petrol can be more expensive than CNG. However, the maintenance of the vehicle is cheaper |
As compared to petrol cars, CNG vehicle performance is low | The performance of petrol vehicles is usually more impressive than CNG variants |
Availability of CNG fuel stations is yet limited in India | Petrol fuel stations have wide availability |
Benefits of petrol cars
Moving further with the CNG or petrol car, which is better, let's check out various benefits of petrol vehicles:
In petrol cars, you may have a wide range of variant options to choose from
Acceleration and horsepower of petrol vehicles can be better than CNG
The driving range of petrol cars can be longer than CNG counterparts
The boot space in petrol variants is larger since there are no additional CNG tanks installed
Benefits of CNG cars
Here are some of the benefits of CNG cars:
CNG is a low-cost fuel
Emissions from CNG can be lower than petrol cars, thus being more eco-friendly
Due to low emission, the life of CNG engines may be longer than petrol variants
To sum up
These are some of the striking differences between CNG and petrol cars. While petrol cars have a lower mileage than CNG cars, the latter comes with higher maintenance expenses. As of now, it is easier to find a petrol station than CNG pumps. However, shortly, the CNG stations will be easy to spot as well. Make sure to invest in comprehensive car insurance like Zurich Kotak General Insurance to cover your vehicle with much-needed insurance protection.
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