Want to upgrade - Is diesel worth it?
I'm looking into upgrading in the relative near future. I have an entry level Winnie that's good for what it is, but I'd like more. I really like the look and features of allegros, but I don't wan...
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eheading wrote:Ed how was the ride on your shorter diesel compared to your 40 ft DP? Also with the smaller eng did you notice a difference in hill climbing or did the lighter weight offset the lower HP?
We recently purchased a 34' Newmar Ventana LE diesel motorhome. We traded a 41' Revolution Le on it and had a 40' prior to that, and a 36' prior to that. When we started looking I was definitely leaning towards a gas unit, but after driving one, I just decided that the two of us couldn't go back to a gas. The quietness and smoothness just won out for us.
No question, the diesel will cost signficantly more than the gas when purchasing a new one. However I dispute folks who believe they are more expensive to maintain on an ongoing basis. We have not found that out at all.
I would never say that someone is "wrong" to buy a gas model. As I said, they are much more reasonable to purchase. Our choice for the diesel was strictly a personal one based on our particular peculiarities.
Best of luck to you whichever kind you purchase.
Ed Headington
