12 Advantages of a Diesel Engine

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11. Diesels are Built to Last

Since diesel engines were first put in automobiles, the engines have demonstrated that they will last longer than gasoline engines. The primary reason for the longer lifespan is that out of necessity, diesel engine parts must be built to a higher standard than gas engine parts to support the combustion cycle. Additionally, diesel fuel has superior lubrication properties that regular gasoline. If the appropriate maintenance is accomplished on a diesel engine, it will last up to twice as long as a gas engine of the same size. It is not uncommon for diesel engines to last to the 500,000 mile point while gasoline engines will commonly wear out at 200,000 miles.