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Originally Posted by Hendog
The initial cost of the diesel is $4-6K more (1998-2002 models), which buys a lot of gas. The repairs on a diesel are also thousands more $$ and not as readily accessible while on the road. The gas has plenty of power to pull as well.
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Yes, initial cost is more, but per manufacturer for new diesels, it's only about $1K on average.
Maintenance is the same $$$ wise, FWIK. Maybe the thing to do is take the engine to a diesel specialist. Or become a DIYer.