Compare LPG and wood as fuels.

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LPG	WOOD
1. It has more calorific value about 55000 kJ/kg.	1. It has less calorific value about 17000 to 22000 kJ/kg.
2. It does not cause any environmental problem.	2. On burning wood release unburnt carbon particles which causes asthma.
3. It is smokeless fuel.	3. It gives out lot of smoke.
4. It is easy to store.	4. It needs a lot of space for storage.
5. It can be easily transported.	5. It cannot be easily transported.
6. Low Ignition temperature.	6. High Ignition temperature.