Are Diesels Noisier Than Gas Engines?

You may have noticed that diesel engines are much louder than their gasoline counterparts, and you probably questioned why that was the case. While a noisy engine is usually a sign of trouble, that’s not always the case with diesel engines. The combustion process, higher compression ratios, and the physical characteristics of diesel engines all contribute to the distinctive clatter these engines are known for. Even if you don’t own a vehicle with a diesel engine — after all,

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