Post by Rinconrolla on Mar 10, 2011 12:49:59 GMT -5
In our August 2010 Auto Logic newsletter, we posed the question:
Which is more expensive?
A. Synthetic oil change or
B. Regular oil change
At the outset, the answer might appear to be “synthetic oil change,” because right off the bat, synthetic oil is more expensive per quart than regular oil. However, if you plan on keeping your car for an extended period of time, you may want to consider switching to synthetic oil.
Why? Synthetic oil runs stocker longer and doesn’t break down as quickly as conventional oil, especially in extremely hot (or cold) conditions. Synthetics were first produced for the aviation industry, and 20 years later were developed for automobile engines. Synthetics do not evaporate as quickly as regular motor oil, and are more chemically stable. Because they are resistant to oxidation and thermal breakdown, use of synthetic oil can prolong the life of your engine.
And, synthetic oils can last for approximately 7,500 miles. The money you spend at the initial oil change is saved in your time waiting for oil changes and engine life in the long run. As the old mantra of “every 3 months or 3,000 miles, change your oil” has been exposed as a myth, be sure to check your owner’s manual for exactly how often you should have your oil changed if you choose regular oil.
Bottom line, although a synthetic oil change costs more than a regular oil change at the time of service, in the long run synthetic oil saves you time, money and wear on your engine.
And actually, the most expensive option is to not change your oil at all.
Source of this Story : www.toyotechs.com/2011/01/28/synthetic-oil-vs-regular-oil/
Which is more expensive?
A. Synthetic oil change or
B. Regular oil change
At the outset, the answer might appear to be “synthetic oil change,” because right off the bat, synthetic oil is more expensive per quart than regular oil. However, if you plan on keeping your car for an extended period of time, you may want to consider switching to synthetic oil.
Why? Synthetic oil runs stocker longer and doesn’t break down as quickly as conventional oil, especially in extremely hot (or cold) conditions. Synthetics were first produced for the aviation industry, and 20 years later were developed for automobile engines. Synthetics do not evaporate as quickly as regular motor oil, and are more chemically stable. Because they are resistant to oxidation and thermal breakdown, use of synthetic oil can prolong the life of your engine.
And, synthetic oils can last for approximately 7,500 miles. The money you spend at the initial oil change is saved in your time waiting for oil changes and engine life in the long run. As the old mantra of “every 3 months or 3,000 miles, change your oil” has been exposed as a myth, be sure to check your owner’s manual for exactly how often you should have your oil changed if you choose regular oil.
Bottom line, although a synthetic oil change costs more than a regular oil change at the time of service, in the long run synthetic oil saves you time, money and wear on your engine.
And actually, the most expensive option is to not change your oil at all.
Source of this Story : www.toyotechs.com/2011/01/28/synthetic-oil-vs-regular-oil/