When we travel by car, we often worry about fuel costs. However, knowing our fuel use from our last trip helps manage travel expenses better. This knowledge assists in planning future trips more effectively.
Moreover, understanding fuel consumption is vital. It shows how well a car uses fuel, similar to fuel economy or efficiency. Fuel economy measures the distance coverage with a set amount of fuel, in terms like miles per gallon (MPG) or kilometers per liter (km/l).
Fuel consumption is an important measure that shows fuel use per distance, like liters per kilometer (L/km) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100km). Ever wondered how to calculate it? This calculation is key to knowing the fuel efficiency. Let’s look at the formula and an example. We’ll calculate fuel consumption in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) using fuel purchase records.
Here’s the simple formula: Fuel Consumption (L/100 km) = (Liters Used X 100) ÷ Kilometers Traveled. This formula is a standard way to measure fuel consumption. It’s essential for checking how fuel-efficient your car is.
To do this math, you’ll need some specific information:
Let’s make it simple with an example. Imagine a car uses 65 liters of fuel to go 500 kilometers. We want to find out its fuel use in L/100 km. Here’s how we do it:
(65 X 100) ÷ 500 = 13 Liters/100 km.
So, this car uses 13 liters of fuel for every 100 kilometers it travels. This number helps us understand how fuel-efficient it is. It’s really useful for anyone, like car owners or people managing lots of vehicles, who want to use fuel wisely.
Mileage is the total distance a car has traveled since it was made. It shows how old it is and how much it has been used. A car with higher mileage has probably been used more and may have more wear and tear.
People usually say that most people drive 10,000 to 12,000 miles each year. However, this idea is getting old. Since the 2000s, the average has gone down to around 7,500 miles per year by 2019, before the pandemic changed things. This means a car that’s five years old might have around 37,500 miles. A car that’s 10 years old could have about 75,000 miles.
To figure out if a used car has ‘normal’ mileage, divide its total mileage by its age in years. If the result is over 7,500, it’s a high mileage car. If it’s less, then it’s low mileage.
For instance, a three-year-old car with 30,000 miles means it has been driven 10,000 miles per year. That’s more than usual for its age. But, a five-year-old with the same 30,000 miles has driven only 6,000 miles per year, which is low mileage.
Remember, several factors can affect the fuel use. Your driving style, maintenance, the car’s load, and road conditions play a role. Regularly checking the fuel average is wise. It helps you understand its performance and efficiency.
30C / II - 24th Street D.H.A Phase II Extension Phase 2 Commercial Area, Karachi, Sindh
Rentals@deinfa.com
+92 331 3334632
+92 321 8291537
Starting from five vehicles and growing to a fleet of over 500, Deinfa has become a renowned name in the car rental industry.