Originally Posted by Palio_2005
(Post 2112042)
The recent shoot out between ANHC and Vento Petrol says by zigwheels says that Vento Petrol gives a mileage of max 8.82 kpl in city driving conditions as compared to City's 11+. If this is the case, then it would definitely mean a lighter wallet... Honda-City-vs-Volkswagen-Vento,Buy New Cars, Used Cars, Auto News and Reviews India - Zigwheels.com |
Originally Posted by noopster
(Post 2109168)
@vidyabhushan: agree: with Vivek. In fact, I am in a similar situation as you: not a big fan of the ANHC and the diesel Vento has had so much praise directed its way that I really had to convince myself that the petrol version was worth it. But in the end, I TDed all 3: the Vento diesel, Vento AT and ANHC AT and now I am reasonably comfortable with my final choice: the Vento AT. My reasoning is that with a 15,000 km service window and (inshallah) good German reliability, I won't have to deal with the VW A.S.S. much (and even then, in Mumbai-Pune I have a whole lot of them to choose from). More importantly, I *must* have an AT. Have been dreaming about it since I was a kid, my driving pattern (similar to yours, BTW) is ideally suited for it, and let's face it: my knees aren't geting any younger! The biggest reason for hesitating is the running cost difference. But with an average of 1500 km/month, I did a rough savings calculation, which you may find helpful. Have assumed 70-75% ARAI mileage as actual and cost of petrol and diesel is ex-Pune. The % savings that diesel offers cannot compare to the petrol AT (since initial investment is almost same for these models there is no fixed cost to recover either). So the only thing to consider is the annual savings, plus of course any incremental maintenance costs that a diesel would require over a petrol AT. Attachment 440290 In my case, all said and done, I *probably* wouldn't mind shelling out the extra moolah every year for the sheer comfort that a slush box offers (and savings in medical bills in future, perhaps!). In your case, you need to consider the additional cost of the ANHC AT as well, so you may find it a little easier to make the decision. All the best! |
Originally Posted by vidyabhushan
(Post 2112265)
Thanks Noopster... I think your maths really clears up things...agree: I havent TDed Vento AT, only the MT of petrol and diesel Highline. Honda's engine refinement is unmatchable... I liked the Vento engine and would be booking a highline diesel next week... |
Originally Posted by windsurfer
(Post 2112152)
Guys, did anybody paid the booking amount using a credit card? The dealer in Hyderabad was fine with it last week but when I called him today to book the car, he told me that only cheque and DD is allowed. Not sure what has changed. |
Originally Posted by windsurfer
(Post 2112152)
Guys, did anybody paid the booking amount using a credit card? The dealer in Hyderabad was fine with it last week but when I called him today to book the car, he told me that only cheque and DD is allowed. Not sure what has changed. |
Originally Posted by msd63
(Post 2113461)
Since I am new to Diesel engines, I am looking for some clarification about some unusual behaviour of the car. While driving when I take the foot of the accelerator the car does not seem to slow down for quite some time and eventually I will have to depress the clutch and apply the brake to slow the car. At other times I have also noticed that from stationary the car moves forward in 1st or 2nd gear when i lift my feet gradually of the clutch pedal without having pressed the accelerator and it does not stall. Is this normal? I have driven only about 500kms in my Vento. |
Originally Posted by msd63
(Post 2113461)
Since I am new to Diesel engines, I am looking for some clarification about some unusual behaviour of the car. While driving when I take the foot of the accelerator the car does not seem to slow down for quite some time and eventually I will have to depress the clutch and apply the brake to slow the car. At other times I have also noticed that from stationary the car moves forward in 1st or 2nd gear when i lift my feet gradually of the clutch pedal without having pressed the accelerator and it does not stall. Is this normal? I have driven only about 500kms in my Vento. |
Originally Posted by m_upreti
(Post 2113483)
Hi, While I do not know the technicality behind Diesel engines, this phenomenen is normal. Just to compare my Scorpio climbs a 45 degree ramp in 1st gear without the accelerator being depressed without getting stalled. |
Originally Posted by msd63
(Post 2113461)
Since I am new to Diesel engines, I am looking for some clarification about some unusual behaviour of the car. While driving when I take the foot of the accelerator the car does not seem to slow down for quite some time and eventually I will have to depress the clutch and apply the brake to slow the car. At other times I have also noticed that from stationary the car moves forward in 1st or 2nd gear when i lift my feet gradually of the clutch pedal without having pressed the accelerator and it does not stall. Is this normal? I have driven only about 500kms in my Vento. |
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