Synthetic Oil vs. Conventional Oil

Were you persuaded during your last oil change to opt for synthetic oil? Are you wondering if it was really worth the extra cost? You’re not the first Manteca to have a synthetic oil vs. regular oil conundrum. Our service department is here to help, so we’ve put together the detailed comparison below. We’ve also included a synthetic oil vs. synthetic blend comparison.

Synthetic Oil vs. Regular Oil – Which Performs Better?

Most cars will get better performance on our Turlock roads from synthetic oil. That’s not to say regular oil delivers poor performance, of course. Here’s the difference:

• Cleaning the engine – Synthetic oil is specially formulated both with enhanced engine cleaning properties and to produce less gunk and residue over time.
• Viscosity (the ability to flow smoothly through the engine) – Since synthetic oil runs cleaner, it runs more smoothly.
• Protecting turbo components – Synthetic oil is formulated to do this.
• Oxidation – Synthetic oil is made to oxidize more slowly than regular oil. 

Synthetic Oil vs. Conventional Oil – How Are They Produced?

You might assume from their names that one type of oil is pumped from the ground, while the other is produced in a lab. But, in fact, both types of oil begin as crude oil that is pumped from the ground. The actual difference is how extensively the oil is refined. Synthetic oil is treated with petrochemicals that have been specially formulated to work on a molecular level to fully optimize your engine’s performance by providing the cleanest lubrication possible. Regular oil is just cleansed of impurities. 

Full Synthetic Oil vs. Synthetic Blend

Full synthetic oil performs better than synthetic blend, which in turn, performs better than regular oil. But, as you can imagine, full synthetic oil is more expensive than synthetic blend. So, what settles the full synthetic oil vs. synthetic blend debate for most consumers is whether they prioritize performance or cost.

Trust the Oil Experts at Central Valley Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram of Modesto

Why don’t you schedule your next oil change at our service center. Our experienced technicians would be happy to answer any of your questions about the different types of oil. In the meantime, check out our helpful automotive tips and advice. We’re just down the road from Stockton. So drop by or contact us today.