Power Usage & Mileage
Yamaha and E-Z-GO both have golf carts that run on gasoline or electricity. Yamaha's "The Drive" uses approximately 2,600 DC watt-hours per every three rounds of golf. The E-Z-GO TXT DSC, on the other hand, uses approximately 2,900 DC watt-hours over the same 54 holes. The Yamaha cart uses about 10 percent less energy.
When it comes to gas-powered golf carts, Yamaha's "The Drive" averages more than 28 miles per gallon. E-Z-Go's "Freedom TXT" averages just less than 22 miles per gallon. The Yamaha cart averages 38 percent more mileage per gallon than the E-Z-GO.
Lubrication
Yamaha golf carts have no filter, whereas E-Z-GO carts have oil pumps and filters included in them. Yamaha uses a splash-style lubrication system. This system makes a fuel pump unnecessary. If you are hoping to save money on maintenance, the Yamaha golf cart might be more cost-efficient because there is no need to maintain fuel pumps or replace filters.
Ride Smoothness
Yamaha uses coil-over-shock struts to maximize comfort and minimize the amount of bounce you feel as you drive over the golf course. E-Z-GO golf carts use coil over spring shocks, which makes for a smooth, comfortable ride.
Key Switches
Yamaha key switches are made of Teflon and protected with rubber to help keep out moisture. E-Z-GO golf carts feature metal switches, which can be prone to rusting if they get wet a lot.
About The Author
Chad Buleen is a Society of Professional Journalists-award winning newspaper and magazine writer and editor with more than 10 years' experience. He has been published in "Utah Spirit," "Charleston Gazette," "Idaho Falls Post Register" and numerous other publications. Buleen holds a Bachelor of Arts in communications with an emphasis in print journalism from Brigham Young University-Idaho.
