What is the Difference Between Conventional and Synthetic Oil?
It's no giant secret that synthetic oil almost always performs better for your engine. But why is that? What makes synthetic oil better than conventional oil? Is it worth the extra cost? Keep reading to learn more about the differences between conventional and synthetic motor oil.
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Conventional oil vs. synthetic oil
Where does oil come from? The ground, very good. Both conventional and synthetic oils come from deep underground and that's about where their similarities end. To produce synthetic oil, the crude oil must not only be refined, but also distilled, purified, and broken down on a molecular basis. The process of developing synthetic oil removes impurities in the natural, crude oil and makes for a cleaner, more efficient final product. Of course, the right blend of additives must go into the mix to create the finished oil.
Why is synthetic oil better?
Well, you may infer why based on the paragraph above. Synthetic oil just runs more smoothly. It keeps your engine cleaner because it has less debris and is less likely to form sludge. It also better protects your engine and can last longer and require fewer oil changes depending on the vehicle. Other perks are that synthetic oil flows better in the cold, protects better in the heat, and helps save turbocharger parts of your engine.
Pros of conventional oil
Frankly, the only positive of using conventional oil is that it is almost always cheaper. Sometimes, synthetic oil will cost you twice as much as its conventional counterpart. If engine performance and longevity are important to you, you should consider going with synthetic oil and your next regularly scheduled oil change appointment.
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