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PropertyHydrogen FuelPetrol
Chemical FormulaH2C8H18
Energy Density33.3 kWh/kg12.2 kWh/kg
Energy Density120 MJ/kg44.4 MJ/kg
Energy per liter0.39 kWh/L8.8 kWh/L
Combustion2H2 + O2 -> 2H2OC8H18 + 12.5O2 -> 8CO2 + 9H2O
EmissionsOnly water vaporCO2, NOx, SOx
Fueling Time3-5 minutes3-5 minutes
Driving Range~500 km~650 km
InfrastructureDevelopingEstablished
Efficiency60% (Fuel Cell)20-25%
CostHighModerate-High

Note: Energy density values are based on the Lower Heating Value (LHV) of each fuel. 

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