Car vs. Bike Calculator
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Estimates cycling time/life-gain equivalent, CO₂ and NOₓ avoided, tree equivalents, commute-time difference, and car costs avoided over a chosen horizon.
How to use this calculator
Enter or select: Distance to workplace (one-way), I commute, Congestion level, Average car speed, Biking speed, Engine type and production year, CO₂ emissions, NOₓ emissions, Fuel economy, Gas price, and additional current-source controls. Then calculate to see the primary result and supporting metrics.
Method and limitations
Preset vehicle emissions are broad standards-era approximations; use the custom option when manufacturer or measured values are available.
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