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Which is better petrol or diesel? 8 things you should know before you buy a car

<B>PETROL OR DIESEL:</B> We list  pros and cons of both petrol and diesel-powered cars. <I>Image: Supplied</I>
<B>PETROL OR DIESEL:</B> We list pros and cons of both petrol and diesel-powered cars. <I>Image: Supplied</I>

Cape Town - After you have conducted your own research, you might already know that the type of fuel that a car uses is one of the biggest factors you should consider before purchasing a vehicle.

Pros and cons

Both petrol and diesel have pros and cons that you should weigh-up before choosing the right car for your needs.

The guys at Rippah Australia  created a great infographic, illustrating the differences between the two fuel types.

From ownership cost to maintenance to performance, this infographic below lists eight things you should consider before deciding on a fuel type.


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Infographic by Rippah Australia

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