Today in this article, we are going to discuss the major points of differences between, a petrol engine and a diesel engine, and their characteristics which make them suited for different purposes. Before discussing the differences between the construction of the two engines, let's begin with differentiating the fuel driving them. Petrol Petrol is a highly volatile fuel consisting mostly of the organic compounds, which is the end result of fractional distillation of petroleum. It is blended with additives, so as to enhance the quality of the fuel and increasing its performance characteristics, anti-corrosive nature, chemical stability, and also acts as a cleaning agent that keeps the fuel system clean and in good health. Petrol and air mixture inside the engine, requires an agent to ignite itself, that is, a "spark". Petrol may contain oxygen compounds, like Ethanol, to increase its combustibility. Petrol is also offered in various grades, usually called Octanes, which de...

Mahindra Thar                                                        First Impressions Mahindra had always been sporting its legacy of building tough off roaders, the one which tops the chart is the Mahindra Thar, a descendent of one of the popular off-roaders of the time "Mahindra Classic". Thar has maintained its pedigree of being a fierce off-roader by outnumbering everything that comes in its way ahead, no terrain could challenge the capabilities of the off-roader. It always meant some serious business. But, still it underwent few minor tweaks to cope up with the progressing industry standards.  Mahindra Classic Technicals It came up with an independent suspension set-up at the front, semi-elliptical leaf spring with shock absorbers at the rear, and a power assisted steering set-up, which made off-roading, a peanut affair.  Still Thar ...