Engine oil plays an important role in keeping your car in peak condition. But while there are different types of motor oil, synthetic oil is the go-to choice for drivers in Downey, CA, who desire optimum vehicle performance. Below, our Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT team will discuss synthetic base oil’s unique benefits and why it’s better for your car’s engine.
Conventional oil is a petroleum-based lubricant that is thin at high temperatures and thick at low temperatures. So, oil manufacturers include certain additives to make the oil resistant to temperature changes. With time, these additives break down, causing the oil to revert back to its original state.
Synthetic oil, on the other hand, is an artificial oil produced in the laboratory. It consists of modified chemical compounds and highly refined base material, e.g., distilled crude oil, which allows it to offer better protection and performance than traditional oil.
The molecules of synthetic oils have almost the same shape and size. This makes them flow more smoothly, ensuring an even and proper lubrication of the engine parts.
Conventional oils are made using crude oil dug from the ground. So, they tend to contain a large amount of impurities, such as waxes, sulfur, nitrogen, and phosphorus. These compounds may trigger the oxidation or breakdown of the oil, affecting its performance and service life.
Synthetic oils undergo several processes that remove impurities and contaminants in crude oil, which allow them to last longer.
Synthetic oil also has a higher viscosity index than conventional oil. The viscosity index refers to the ability of an oil to change in thickness or thinness as temperature changes. Because of this, synthetic oils form a thicker protective film on the surfaces of the engine’s moving parts, reducing wear and tear.
The flash point of an oil is the temperature at which the vapor above the lubricant will ignite when brought close to a heat source. Synthetic oil has a higher flashpoint than traditional oil, making it more suitable for use in extreme temperatures.
Synthetic oils have a lower friction coefficient and keep the engine clean better than conventional oils, which can significantly impact how much fuel your vehicle consumes.
Synthetic oils break down faster than conventional oils when spilled or disposed of. So, they are the better choice if you are concerned about spillage or getting rid of your motor oil.
Synthetic oils do not oxidize as quickly as traditional oils, which enables them to perform and last longer than mineral oils. For example, the recommended change interval for synthetic oils is around 7500 to 15000 miles, whereas it is around 5000 to 7500 miles for traditional oils.
Contact us or visit our service department in Downey, CA, to book your next oil change with our service team. Whether you already use synthetic oil or want to switch to it for extra benefits, our trusted mechanics can do it for you perfectly in no time. We also offer other kinds of CDJR service and repair to help keep your vehicle in tip-top shape.
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