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The main reason for this is likely because the former has 2 syllables and a fairly unambiguous auditory pattern, instead of 4 and a more complex vowel / consonant composition. I see what you mean about it increasing tension in an urban setting, though - it's more difficult to single up and let a vehicle pass safely when there's parked cars lining the left hand side.