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Originally Posted by Mike S
Interesting what the numbers tell me - in the following scenario - a Diesel will pay you back over the long run...
Assume that you get 14 MPG with your 2F or 3F - over 200000 miles of driving you will burn 14,286 gallons of fuel. At $2.10/gallon, that's $30,000
Now assume that you get 21 MPG with your Diesel and 5 speed - over 200000 miles you will burn 9524 gallons. At $2.10/gallon, that's $20,000.
If you MPG delta is higher, or if gas prices continue to go up (almost a certainty), you will save more. If you drive more than 200K miles your engine will be paid for out of fuel savings. Assume also that maintenace will be less on the Diesel... more savings.
Just a thot.
M
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Maintenance costs might not be lower. You have the added expenses of fuel filters, injector rebuilds, and maybe even injector pump rebuilds. Also, diesels usually have a larger oil sump than gassers, so you'll need to add the extra cost of oil changes. Although the 2F takes about 7 quarts. Just something to think about.