ev savings calculator
Geminigemini-4-hydrogenOpenAIgpt-6.1-terra5 passes + 5 real-search129 queries28m ago
Download run
OpenAI observed: The model answered without searching
Gemini unique queries
51
3 in ≥ half the passes · stability 24%
OpenAI unique queries
55
1 in ≥ half the passes · stability 23%
Overlap between models
34%
11 shared of 32 distinct sub-queries
Gemini real searches predicted
48%
10 of 21 matched the simulation
OpenAI real searches predicted
100%
2 of 2 matched the simulation
Cost of this run
$0.561
70,575 tokens · 26 web searches · on your keys
Side by side
The same idea worded differently counts as shared. Matching uses EmbeddingGemma 2 similarity.
13% of distinct sub-queries were generated by both models (semantic match ≥ 0.935 cosine, EmbeddingGemma 2).
Only Gemini Both Only OpenAI
Only Gemini3
how much money do you save with an electric car
tesla model 3 vs toyota camry 5 year cost
ev savings calculator for apartment dwellers
Both models1
Only OpenAI4
ev vs gas car fuel cost calculator
fueleconomy.gov electric vehicle fuel cost calculator
how to calculate ev charging cost per mile
ev total cost of ownership calculator
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
SEED QUERY
ev savings calculator
51 unique queries · 5 passes
general ev savings tools
3 queries · 8 hits
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
Gemini simulated (51)OpenAI simulated (55)Gemini real searches (21)OpenAI real searches (2)
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 76 of 129 calls are low-confidence (under 50%) — hover a query in the table to see its confidence.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
Gemini21 real searches · gemini-4-hydrogen48% predicted
US average gas price November 2026 Google ↗
US federal EV tax credit 2026 status Google ↗
federal EV tax credit 2026 status Google ↗
best EV savings calculator Google ↗
US average gas price electricity rate November 2026 Google ↗
US average residential electricity price 2026 kWh Google ↗
best EV savings calculator online DOE fueleconomy Google ↗
best EV savings calculator US DOE AFDC Google ↗
EV savings calculator online tools Google ↗
best EV savings calculator US Google ↗
average US gas price electricity rate November 2026 Google ↗
average US gas price electricity rate kWh November 2026 Google ↗
US average residential electricity rate 2026 cents per kWh Google ↗
AAA average gas price US November 2026 EIA Google ↗
"fueleconomy.gov" compare side by side EV savings Google ↗
"Alternative Fuels Data Center" "Vehicle Cost Calculator" afdc.energy.gov Google ↗
fueleconomy.gov compare side by side EV cost calculator Google ↗
"fueleconomy.gov" OR "afdc.energy.gov" EV cost calculator savings Google ↗
"afdc.energy.gov" vehicle cost calculator Google ↗
site:fueleconomy.gov electric vehicle savings calculator Google ↗
Argonne Driving Electric Local Fuel Savings Calculator URL Google ↗
- aaa.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricchoice.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricitybillcalculator.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- chooseev.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- aaa.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- moveev.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- belmontlight.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- macu.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- energy.gov · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- calculatorai.app · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- coltura.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricforall.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- pge.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- georgiapower.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- aaa.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricchoice.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- macrotrends.net · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricforall.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- northhollywoodtoyota.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- energy.gov · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- marketplace.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- capitalone.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- energy.gov · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- alabamacleanfuels.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- earthenergylog.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- elginautosales.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- driveelectricgy.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- coltura.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- evcalculate.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- aaa.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- aaa.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricchoice.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- cleanenergycalc.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- aiprecisetools.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- capitalone.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- marketplace.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- coltura.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricforall.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- zeta.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- aaa.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricchoice.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricchoice.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- electricforall.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- openei.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- energy.gov · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- energy.gov · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- coltura.org · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- northhollywoodtoyota.com · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- irs.gov · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
- energy.gov · vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
OpenAI2 real searches · gpt-6.1-terra100% predicted
site:fueleconomy.gov compare electric vehicle gasoline cost kwh 100 miles calculator charging efficiency Google ↗
site:energy.gov electric vehicle charging efficiency electricity cost per mile kwh 100 miles Google ↗
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- afdc.energy.gov · afdc.energy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- afdc.energy.gov · afdc.energy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- afdc.energy.gov · afdc.energy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- energy.gov · energy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- energy.gov · energy.gov
- fueleconomy.gov · fueleconomy.gov
- afdc.energy.gov · afdc.energy.gov
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Colour
SimulatedReal searchBoth models
Hover a query to see its counterpart · click a topic to focus it · zoom with Ctrl/⌘ + scroll, a pinch, double-click or +
Queries
51 queries · click a column to sort
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ev savings calculator for high mileage drivers PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to see how driving more miles per year accelerates EV fuel savings. | Comparison | calculator/tool | general ev savings tools | 4x of 5 | |
how much money do you save with an electric car IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to understand the average annual or lifetime dollar savings of owning an EV. | Comparison | web_article | ev versus gas cost comparison | 3x of 5 | |
tesla model 3 vs toyota camry 5 year cost ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants a concrete, real-world cost comparison between a popular EV and a popular gas sedan. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 3x of 5 | |
electric vehicle cost savings calculator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants an interactive tool to estimate total financial savings from switching to an electric vehicle. | Comparison | calculator/tool | general ev savings tools | 2x of 5 | |
ev savings calculator for apartment dwellers PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if an EV still saves money when relying on public charging instead of home charging. | Comparison | web_article | general ev savings tools | 2x of 5 | |
electric vehicle savings calculator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants an interactive tool to estimate the financial savings of switching to an electric vehicle. | Comparison | calculator/tool | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
electric vehicle vs gas car cost calculator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants an interactive tool to compare the financial costs of owning an electric vehicle versus a traditional gas-powered car. | Comparison | calculator/tool | ev and gas fuel cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
electric vehicle vs gas cost calculator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants an interactive tool to directly compare the running costs of an electric vehicle against a gasoline car. | Comparison | calculator/tool | ev and gas fuel cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev vs gas savings calculator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the financial costs of owning an electric vehicle versus a gasoline-powered car. | Comparison | calculator/tool | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
how much money do you save with an ev RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants a general overview of the average annual or lifetime savings associated with switching to an electric vehicle. | Consequence | web_article | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
ev vs gas car cost calculator COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the ongoing costs of owning an electric car against a traditional gasoline car. | Comparison | calculator/tool | ev and gas fuel cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev vs gas car 5 year cost of ownership COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the total 5-year expenses of an electric vehicle against a traditional gasoline car. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
how much does it cost to charge an ev at home RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know the electricity cost of charging an electric vehicle at home to factor it into their savings. | Consequence | web_article | home versus public charging costs | 1x of 5 | |
ev total cost of ownership calculator IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to calculate all costs associated with an EV, including purchase price, depreciation, insurance, and fuel. | Other / navigational | calculator/tool | ev total cost of ownership | 1x of 5 | |
ev charging cost vs gas cost per mile IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to understand the unit cost difference between electricity and gasoline for driving. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev federal tax credit eligibility RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know if they qualify for government incentives that reduce the upfront cost of an EV. | Yes / no | faq_page | current energy prices and credits | 1x of 5 | |
tesla model 3 vs toyota camry cost calculator ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the specific ownership costs of two popular competing sedans. | Comparison | calculator/tool | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev charging cost vs gas calculator RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to calculate the specific difference between electricity costs for charging and gasoline expenses. | Comparison | calculator/tool | ev and gas fuel cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev vs hybrid total cost of ownership calculator COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the long-term financial impact of buying an all-electric car versus a hybrid vehicle. | Comparison | calculator/tool | ev total cost of ownership | 1x of 5 | |
ev federal tax credit calculator ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to determine how much they can save on an EV purchase through government incentives. | Other / navigational | calculator/tool | ev total cost of ownership | 1x of 5 | |
how to calculate electric car savings vs gas IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to understand the formula and variables used to determine if an EV is cheaper than a gas car. | Comparison | how_to_steps | ev and gas fuel cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
federal ev tax credit calculator ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to determine if they qualify for government incentives and how much they can deduct from an EV purchase. | Comparison | calculator/tool | ev total cost of ownership | 1x of 5 | |
federal ev tax credit eligibility 2025 RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know which electric vehicles qualify for government tax incentives that reduce upfront costs. | Comparison | faq_page | current energy prices and credits | 1x of 5 | |
average annual maintenance cost electric car vs gas IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare ongoing repair and upkeep expenses between EVs and traditional cars. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
electric car maintenance cost vs gas RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to see how much less they will spend on repairs and routine maintenance with an EV. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
average cost to charge an electric car at home IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the baseline electricity cost required to calculate their potential savings. | Short fact | faq_page | home versus public charging costs | 1x of 5 | |
ev vs hybrid vs gas total cost of ownership COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the long-term financial impact of electric, hybrid, and gas vehicles. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
how to calculate ev charging cost vs gas IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants the formula or method to compare electricity rates per kWh against gasoline prices per gallon. | Instruction | how_to_steps | ev and gas fuel cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
federal ev tax credit eligibility IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know which electric vehicles qualify for government tax incentives that reduce the purchase price. | Reason | faq_page | current energy prices and credits | 1x of 5 | |
cheapest electric cars to own and maintain COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to find which specific EV models offer the best overall financial value. | Comparison | buyers_guide | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
electric car maintenance cost savings RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know how much less an EV costs to maintain compared to an internal combustion engine vehicle. | Comparison | web_article | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
total cost of ownership electric vehicle vs gas COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants a comprehensive breakdown of purchase price, depreciation, insurance, fuel, and maintenance over several years. | Comparison | buyers_guide | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev maintenance cost vs gas car RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know how much less an electric vehicle costs to maintain compared to an internal combustion engine car. | Comparison | web_article | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
electric car maintenance cost vs gas car COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare ongoing service and repair expenses between EVs and traditional vehicles. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
best ev cost savings estimator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for the most accurate or user-friendly online tool to estimate EV savings. | Comparison | review_roundup | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
ev breakeven point calculator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to find out how many years or miles it takes for EV fuel savings to offset a higher purchase price. | Instruction | calculator/tool | ev total cost of ownership | 1x of 5 | |
how to calculate electric car savings IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to understand the formula and variables needed to manually estimate EV savings. | Instruction | how_to_steps | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
best online ev cost savings calculator REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants recommendations for the most accurate or user-friendly EV savings calculators available. | Comparison | review_roundup | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
how to calculate ev fuel savings RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to learn the formula or steps to manually figure out their fuel savings. | Instruction | how_to_steps | calculating annual fuel savings | 1x of 5 | |
department of energy ev savings calculator ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to use a trusted, authoritative government tool to calculate vehicle fuel savings. | Comparison | calculator/tool | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
chevrolet equinox ev vs gas suv cost ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the ownership costs of a mainstream electric SUV against a comparable gas SUV. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
best ev savings calculator online REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants recommendations for the most accurate and comprehensive EV cost calculators available. | Comparison | review_roundup | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
how to calculate electric car charging cost at home RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to learn the formula for estimating their monthly electricity bill increase from charging an EV. | Instruction | how_to_steps | home versus public charging costs | 1x of 5 | |
ev home charging cost per month RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know how much their monthly electricity bill will increase if they charge an EV at home. | Reason | faq_page | home versus public charging costs | 1x of 5 | |
chevy bolt ev vs gas savings ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to see the potential savings of a specific budget-friendly electric vehicle. | Comparison | web_article | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev savings calculator for high mileage commuters PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to see how much they can save on an EV given that they drive a lot of miles daily. | Comparison | calculator/tool | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 | |
best ev cost of ownership calculator COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to find the most accurate and comprehensive online tools for estimating EV savings. | Comparison | review_roundup | ev total cost of ownership | 1x of 5 | |
chevy bolt vs honda civic ownership cost ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the ownership costs of an affordable EV against a budget-friendly gas car. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
is an electric car worth it if i live in an apartment PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know if an EV still saves money when relying on public charging instead of home charging. | Comparison | forum/qna | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
tesla model 3 vs toyota camry cost of ownership ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants a concrete financial comparison between a popular EV and a comparable gas sedan. | Comparison | comparison_table | ev versus gas cost comparison | 1x of 5 | |
ev savings calculator with home solar PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to calculate EV savings when charging with electricity generated from residential solar panels. | Comparison | interactive_widget | general ev savings tools | 1x of 5 |
Tokens & cost
What this run used on your API keys, per model and step.
| Model | What | Requests | Input tokens | Output tokens | Web searches | Est. cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-4-hydrogen | Real-search passes | 5 | 1,100 | 15,8109,833 thinking | 24 | $0.456 |
| gemini-4-hydrogen | Simulated passes | 5 | 5,055 | 10,2203,174 thinking | — | $0.084 |
| gpt-6.1-terra | Real-search passes | 5 | 26,336 | 1,681921 thinking | 2 | $0.020 |
| gpt-6.1-terra | Simulated passes | 5 | 2,905 | 6,355308 thinking | — | — |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | Naming clusters | 1 | 877 | 236 | — | $0.0009 |
| Total | 21 | 36,273 | 34,302 | 26 | $0.561+ unpriced | |
Billed to your own API keys. Estimated from the providers' list prices (checked 2026-11-12); output includes thinking tokens. Free tiers, caching and retries can make your bill differ. Google gives 5,000 grounded searches a month free across Gemini 3+ models. OpenAI bills the web search content it reads as input tokens.
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
GeminiOpenAIx = pass, y = cumulative unique queries
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-4-hydrogen · real search | 1 | — | 4 | 28.1 | 220 / 2,704 · 4 searches | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen · real search | 2 | — | 5 | 18.7 | 220 / 3,036 · 5 searches | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen · real search | 3 | — | 5 | 19.0 | 220 / 2,724 · 5 searches | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen · real search | 4 | — | 5 | 29.4 | 220 / 3,514 · 5 searches | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen · real search | 5 | — | 5 | 22.1 | 220 / 3,832 · 5 searches | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen | 1 | 12 | 12 | 10.0 | 1,011 / 1,885 | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen | 2 | 12 | 12 | 10.3 | 1,011 / 1,731 | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen | 3 | 12 | 12 | 9.3 | 1,011 / 2,248 | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen | 4 | 12 | 12 | 18.9 | 1,011 / 2,396 | |
| gemini-4-hydrogen | 5 | 12 | 12 | 9.1 | 1,011 / 1,960 | |
| gpt-6.1-terra · real search | 1 | — | 0 | 5.6 | 4,445 / 292 | The model answered without searching |
| gpt-6.1-terra · real search | 2 | — | 0 | 6.4 | 4,445 / 382 | The model answered without searching |
| gpt-6.1-terra · real search | 3 | — | 0 | 5.6 | 4,445 / 293 | The model answered without searching |
| gpt-6.1-terra · real search | 4 | — | 0 | 6.1 | 4,445 / 358 | The model answered without searching |
| gpt-6.1-terra · real search | 5 | — | 2 | 8.4 | 8,556 / 356 · 2 searches | |
| gpt-6.1-terra | 1 | 12 | 12 | 15.1 | 581 / 1,187 | |
| gpt-6.1-terra | 2 | 13 | 13 | 16.0 | 581 / 1,264 | |
| gpt-6.1-terra | 3 | 13 | 13 | 16.6 | 581 / 1,307 | |
| gpt-6.1-terra | 4 | 12 | 12 | 15.7 | 581 / 1,219 | |
| gpt-6.1-terra | 5 | 13 | 13 | 17.3 | 581 / 1,378 |