Bicycles are a lot more efficient than cars. On a bike 95-98% of the added energy is directly translated into forward motion, while a car would be lucky to reach 40%.
While cars are definitely a faster way of transportation compared to bicycles, bicycles would probably be more efficient. Cars are very expensive and you must pay for gas. You also have to account for the distance and if its necessary to have a car for where you need to travel.
The efficiency of a bicycle is generally higher than other modes of transportation, such as cars or buses, in terms of energy consumption and environmental impact. Bicycles require human power to operate, making them a sustainable and eco-friendly option for short to moderate distances. Additionally, bicycles do not contribute to traffic congestion and are often faster than cars in urban areas.
Bicycles give you more gas mileage.
bicycles and cars
Cars and bicycles.
Edmunds isn't an actual car company. It is simply a website used to compare different kinds of new cars. The efficiency of the actual cars would depend on the specific model.
Bicycles should ride with traffic, following the same direction as cars on the road.
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To make then easier to be spotted by cars.
Depends on where you're at. In Europe and North America - certainly. Some parts of Asia probably have more bicycles and scooters than cars though.
buses, cars, bicycles, feet, and what else?
Depending on the model and manufacture the fuel efficiency of minivan and mid-sized cars can vary greatly. Even more if you include hybrids. Best case would shop around at specific models in each type and then compare their fuel efficiency.