AT WOT a diesel should burn about 30% less fuel -- simple thermodynamics. Full throttle doesn't have much effect on volumetric efficiency, and gassers still burn lots more fuel per hp even when running efficiently (as in above idle at decent charge density) because they have so much less expansion efficiency (low compression).
I'd not think the actual hp output of the engine has anything to do with the definition of a "hybrid" car -- you might argue the effectiveness or design parameters, but once you stick an electric drive in there with a regenerative braking system, you've got a hybrid. Peter _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
