I agree, but far too many diesel drivers go on about how 'fast' there diesel cars are, and in terms of ultimate speed, a petrol will be quicker.

But as you say, in the real world, a diesel while not necessarily quicker, is usually easier to drive, for your average person.

I dont mean that torque isn't noticeable - I just mean that torque doesnt make fast cars. BHP is where its at ultimately.

For a road car, I cant see myself ever going away from diesel. I just feel that a lot of peoples claims, are slightly biased, due to the fact they now own a diesel car.