Here's how it works:
* No Spark Plugs: Instead of using a spark to ignite the fuel, diesel engines rely on the heat generated by compressing air to extremely high temperatures.
* High Compression Ratio: The compression ratio in a diesel engine is much higher than in a gasoline engine. This means the air is compressed to a much smaller volume, generating significantly more heat.
* Fuel Injection: Diesel fuel is injected into the hot, compressed air, causing it to auto-ignite. This combustion drives the piston and creates power.
So, while both diesel and gasoline engines are internal combustion engines, their ignition methods are completely different.
