Definitions
- Referring to a small, privately owned vehicle that operates as a shared taxi or bus. - Talking about a low-cost transportation service that operates on a fixed route. - Describing an informal and flexible mode of transportation that can be hailed on the street.
- Referring to a small bus that can carry a limited number of passengers. - Talking about a public transportation service that operates on a fixed route. - Describing a vehicle that is smaller than a regular bus but larger than a van.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are small vehicles used for transportation.
- 2Both can carry multiple passengers at once.
- 3Both operate on a fixed route or can be hailed on the street.
- 4Both are often used as a low-cost alternative to regular taxis or buses.
- 5Both are commonly found in urban areas.
What is the difference?
- 1Ownership: Jitneys are typically privately owned and operated, while minibuses are often owned by public transportation companies.
- 2Size: Minibuses are generally larger than jitneys and can carry more passengers.
- 3Regulation: Minibuses are subject to more regulations and safety standards than jitneys.
- 4Accessibility: Minibuses are more accessible to people with disabilities than jitneys.
- 5Cost: Jitneys are often cheaper than minibuses due to their informal and flexible nature.
Remember this!
Jitney and minibus are both small vehicles used for transportation, but there are some key differences between them. Jitneys are privately owned and operated, informal, and flexible, while minibuses are often owned by public transportation companies, regulated, and subject to safety standards. Additionally, minibuses are larger and more accessible to people with disabilities, but they are also more expensive than jitneys.
