The 2004 Dodge Sling Shot / Slingshot concept car. The Dodge Sling Shot was based on a smart car, but got better gas mileage and had faster acceleration â up to 45 miles per gallon with 0-60 times of about 10 seconds. Oh, and we drove it.
Both types of dryers function similarly -- air is drawn into the dryer, passes through a heating coil, warms the clothes inside, collects moisture, and is vented out. Gas dryers use gas to create the heat, and electric dryers use electricity. Both types use an electric fan to distribute the heat. Even though both types require a steady stream of electricity, gas models are slightly more efficient.
Washing machine showdown. When you're getting ready for a new washer and dryer, it helps to come armed with the knowledge of what you have, what you want and what you really need. SheKnows breaks down the difference between gas and electric when it comes to cleaning your clothes. Gas washing machines have gone the way of the dinosaur and in their place have come high-efficiency (HE) washers, which use less electricity and less hot water. Gas dryers are used with electric washing machines.