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 "What is better?"
"Manual Car or an Automatic Car?"
"How does an Automatic Car work?"
"Which one to choose and Why?"
One of the most common confusion for a new car buyer is regarding making a choice between an automatic or manual transmission. This confusion raises several questions mentioned above.
Manual transmission (MT) cars use less fuel and give you more control over the car but are less convenient, while automatic transmissions (AT) burn (a little) more fuel, provide less control but they are easier to use.
Let's understand more about Manual Cars and Automatic Cars.
About Manual Transmission
In a manual transmission a driver is enabled to shift gears manual as per the driving requirements. Manual clutch is pressed while shifting gears from one to another. There's no doubt that a manual gearbox adds to the driving fun as far as we talk about clean and empty roads but at the same time, the manual gearbox becomes a chore to operate in traffic conditions.
Is it Convenient?
According to the research done by Solitaire Honda Mumbai, speaking about the person who is new to driving, he may find manual somewhat difficult and confusing but in actual, it isn't.
Fuel efficiency?
For those who are concerned about car mileage will find manual cars an ideal choice over automatic cars. However, the rapid development in technology is gradually bridging that gap.
Maintenance?
Manual cars cost quite cheaper than the automatic counterpart and so is their maintenance. Vehicles equipped with a manual gearbox prove to be much lighter on the pocket when it comes to maintenance just because of their not-so-complex functioning.
Pros and Cons of having Manual Cars
Positives:
- As said earlier, for those who are concerned for car mileage, manual transmission is the best choice as fuel emission is less comparatively. So in manual transmission cars, fuel efficiency is an added advantage.
- It adds "Fun" to drive. If you like more control and speed out of your engine, manual transmission Honda cars is the way to go.
- Manual car transmission are low on maintenance. Comparatively manual transmission cars are cheaper than the automatic equivalent.
Some reasons why people may not prefer a Manual Car:
- People who are not coordinated or are easily distracted will find driving a manual vehicle difficult. Drivers need to be focused on the road and the traffic to make sure correct shifting slows down and speeds up the car properly.
- It Lacks Smoothness to Drive as in changing gear constantly removes the smoothness. A manual transmission requires you to downshift when you come to a stop. You also may have more difficulties when stopping on hills or even stop lights.
Solitaire Honda - Authorized Honda Car Dealer in Mumbai offers some of the popular Honda cars with Manual Transmission:
About Automatic Transmission
After getting an idea about how a manual transmission does, automatic transmission is j
ust opposite to it. Yes, as it says "Automatic", this transmission works independently without a frequent interruption, resulting in the convenience of driver. Automatics are definitely catching on. With congested roads and insufferable traffic, automatic cars seem to be the answer for hassle free driving. The Automatic Transmission performs the job automatically depending upon the speed and here a hydraulic torque converter takes the place of clutch plate mechanism saving you from the hassle of pressing a clutch.
The Automatic Gearbox has mostly the pre-defined gear ratios which are as follows:
- Park (P)
- Reverse (R)
- Neutral (N)
- Drive (D)
- Second (S or 2)
Is it Convenient?
Auto Gearbox is one of the easiest to operate and user friendly but a first timer would at least require having basic knowledge (such as pre-defined ratios mentioned above) before trying to lay the hands on it.
Fuel Efficiency?
In this fuel conscious world, Auto Gearbox won't to be your best friend, because of their complex mechanism, Automatic Transmission Cars consume more fuel than the Manual Cars and these are expensive too. Perhaps, this is the reasons why they are not yet easily accepted or much popular on lower car segment, in India.
Maintenance:
Like the buying cost of Automatic cars, these transmissions are not so light to maintain, quite simply because of the mechanism which goes down into them to work. On the concluding part, An Automatic Gearbox is definitely friendly with user but with the wallet? Certainly not.
Positives:
- The main advantage of an automatic car is the driving comfort. An automatic car does not have a clutch pedal. Once you start driving an automatic car in traffic jams you realise what you have been missing all these years.
- Other advantage of automatic cars is that the maintenance cost of an automatic gear car could be lesser than a manual car over the lifetime of the car.
- Automatic transmission cars are easy to Operate as gears are changed automatically at the correct engine RPM and speeds and the driving is always very smooth without any jerks.
Some reasons why people may not prefer an Automatic Car:
- Automatic Cars are not wallet Friendly.
- More Fuel is consumed compared to manual transmission cars.
- It has restricted gear ratios
Solitaire Honda - Authorized Honda Car Dealer in Mumbai offers some of the popular Honda cars with Automatic Transmission:
Hope the above shall help you choose which type of Honda Car you should go for.
For more help in choosing the Right Honda Car for you or to Buy a Honda Car, You may Talk to us at - Solitaire Honda Borivali Showroom: 22-67385555 Solitaire Honda Andheri Showroom: 22-61516151 Solitare Honda Vasai Shorwoom: 0250-6904444
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