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Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by mustaphagreens(m): 10:42am On Dec 28, 2013 |
@Lomomike nd co,what's a car mileage?? I've bn trying to figure that out from ur comments so far but still couldn't. Pls help lomomike:Tnx for the explanation, i think with that i can now boast of a good knowledge of it. I'd still need to read more on google about it though. Gracias. |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by bizfirst: 10:52am On Dec 28, 2013 |
All other things been equal, a car with a higher mileage means it has experienced more wear and tear and is most likely to break down more easily...but that is theoretical. In actual sense, the engineering of the car, manner of use and maintenance will determine how smooth a car will run irrespective of the mileage! |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by ZIMDRILL(m): 10:55am On Dec 28, 2013 |
there is always a relationship between the two mathemetical like some said the more mileage the more wear and tear and the more the car looses it house power which has to be measured by a machine all they do it run the car on the machine and see it top speed from average 3 test then compare with house power from when it was new so there is always a different if the car was not modified but most people here seem to talk of general driving, the car starts and drives |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by Ivoo(m): 11:03am On Dec 28, 2013 |
AfricaFace: Engine performance does not always depend on the mileage. I bought a 2001 Lexus from the US 4 years ago, at the mileage of 130, 000. My friends were like.. that's bad ..why didn't i go for one that has lesser mileage. But in all honesty, no mechanic has touched that car in the last 4 years except for servicing which I do every 3 months and the shocks that I changed this year. Sometimes, mileage does not depend on the rate of car usage, the man I bought my car from says he uses it twice a year to travel for holiday with his family within US. Sometimes he makes 25 hours journey in two days. However there are cars with lesser mileage that are used everyday within the city. The later car even with lesser mileage will have more wear and tear and lesser engine performance than my car. So I believe engine performance is mostly dependent on the usage. Some people do not service their car for 6 months and even one year... Yes I agreed with this point in addition to the "driver driving manner"! You could still find a locomotive with higher mileage but good/excellent engine performance. The reverse is also the case. |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by Nobody: 12:00pm On Dec 28, 2013 |
mustaphagreens: @Lomomike nd co,what's a car mileage?? I've bn trying to figure that out from ur comments so far but still couldn't. Pls helpThe picture below shows a speedometer, the Odometer shows 069,244. Meaning that car had run 069,244 miles (assuming that car odometer hasn't been tampered with) That 069,244 indicates the mileage of that car 1 Like
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Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by Ajoworldsynergy(m): 12:39pm On Dec 28, 2013 |
yes, the car mileage have a linear relationship with the engine performance..... Though the engine will still perform so far the needed preventive maintenance is carried out as at when due. |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by SweetSoup(m): 12:55pm On Dec 28, 2013 |
Siena:Would you advice a first time car owner to buy a diesel engine or petrol for use in Nigeria? |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by phuckNL: 1:36pm On Dec 28, 2013 |
Sweet Soup: Would you advice a first time car owner to buy a diesel engine or petrol for use in Nigeria? I'm sure you are aware that diesel is not subsidized and there are times when its difficult to get. If you think you can afford it, sure but I think its better to just go for a petrol engine. If you want one as a second car, fine , but not as your only car |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by aliciakeith7: 2:05pm On Dec 28, 2013 |
Don't really know about cars but let me ask. How do you check the mileage of a car? On the dashboard or where? Editted: Ok i now know where. Dashboard. Thanks to the poster of that picture above. One more question, can the mileage be adjusted? |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by Nobody: 2:36pm On Dec 28, 2013 |
aliciakeith7: Don't really know about cars but let me ask. How do you check the mileage of a car? On the dashboard or where? Editted: Ok i now know where. Dashboard. Thanks to the poster of that picture above. One more question, can the mileage be adjusted?Yes mileage can be adjusted...Odometer is a type of counter which measures the mileage a car has travelled. An odometer could be analogue (consisting of sets of wheels which is calibrated to turn as the mileage goes up) or digital. Its however criminal and deceitful to tamper with odometer (mileage) of a car so I WON'T allow such details to be discussed here. |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by wookezie: 8:48am On Dec 29, 2013 |
pDude: My ford escape 2006 is at 105,000 miles and it runs smoothly. I do not drive above 70 mph or do any stunt. I just drive it and change the oil regularly and it serves me well.thanks for this information |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by oyinbogirl(f): 11:00am On Dec 29, 2013 |
lomomike: The higher the mileage of a car/engine, the higher the wear and tear history of that engine (considering friction, heat over time) yeah very true. Much does depend on the servicing & how its been driven. 6 8 Cylinder seem to do mileage better ive noticed to |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by Nobody: 11:19am On Dec 29, 2013 |
oyinbogirl:Hey cuttie, very true, don't tell me you also get yourself in overalls, spanners and wrenches in your hands and pockets and also go under cars thus getting yourself stained with oil and grease... |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by BOUNTYDOG(m): 10:30pm On Dec 29, 2013 |
domack99: Yes driver driving manner,it. Can be likened to user/technical know how,some drivers are careless and handles their cars recklessly while some are careful and would not go beyond a certain speed @ rough roads just his culture .it applies to most machineries,gadgets,and all.I can use my laptop,phone,car for a longer period and still sell as intact like new not minding how long I used it for.I imbibe the culture of learning dos and donts & stick to rules,I.e I try to make sure I read manuals,its a basic skill I discover in computer engineering.most hardware has its best way of installation which if u re too forward to start install without going through its manual u might end up merry go rounding or not able to have the hardware serve its uptimum purpose. |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by oyinbogirl(f): 12:53am On Dec 30, 2013 |
lomomike: Yea sure I do - I love it... love cars since I can recall. I make sure clean up alright after I think ! lol |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by Nobody: 7:32am On Dec 30, 2013 |
oyinbogirl:Lol @ "...i think!" Honestly, it gives me joy seeing ladies breaking away from the stereotype mentality that ladies shouldn't be be seen with overalls and oil and grease shouldn't stain their cute chicks and hands. 1 Like |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by oyinbogirl(f): 9:46am On Dec 30, 2013 |
lomomike: Thanks so much yeah, alot didn't belive i would actually do so , so I got my friend to snap me underneath! And at least having some knowledge comes in handy wella! I really care for my car too....and Yeah i do know those types of ladies who fear dirt & grease like they do death...lol . They make me laugh. Ive had engine oil on my hair, we just al have a laugh about it. Guys here appreciate ladies who can do the unexpected, and have respect for you that you are interested. Sounds like you too.... Cheers, have a great new year & stay safe |
Re: Car Mileage And Engine Performance by Nobody: 10:33am On Dec 30, 2013 |
Thanks, wish you same 1 Like |
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