Synthetic Oil vs. Conventional Oil

At our Al Packer Ford Royal Palm Beach Service Center, we pride ourselves on our ability to repair a wide variety of brand-new and pre-owned Ford vehicles. Whether you’re a Greenacres local or are driving in from as far as Belle Glade, you can rest easy knowing that you’re in safe hands. In addition to affordable repairs, we also offer comprehensive automotive expertise. One of the most common questions our technicians receive is, “What’s the difference between synthetic oil vs. conventional oil?” Fortunately, we’ve broken down the key distinctions between synthetic oil vs. regular oil for your convenience below!

What is Regular (Conventional) Oil?

Regular oil, or “conventional” oil, is a petroleum-based product that has been used in internal combustion engines for decades. This substance provides lubrication to your engine’s internal parts and reduces wear and tear over time. Motor oil is distilled from crude oil that’s mined from the ground. Motor oil also protects your vehicle’s engine from high temperatures while driving on West Palm Beach roads.

What is Synthetic Oil?

Synthetic oil is also a petroleum product like regular oil, but that’s where the major similarities end. Synthetic oils:

• Offer enhanced lubrication properties
• Are more stable
• Oxidize less easily than their regular oil counterparts
• Are better at retaining their protective properties
• Are less viscous at lower temperatures
• Offer enhanced engine cleaning properties
• Better protect critical turbocharger parts (when equipped)

In general, synthetic oils are superior to conventional oils due to their intense petrochemical process. These pinpointed properties provide you with higher value for a higher price.

Full Synthetic Oil vs. Synthetic Blends

Have a better understanding of the distinctions between regular oil vs. synthetic oil? What about the difference between full synthetic oil vs. synthetic blends? To address the latter issue, synthetic blends are comprised of half conventional oil and half synthetic oil.

This combination of oil types helps to reduce the cost of choosing full synthetic whilst still offering better properties than conventional oil can. However, you’ll want to consider that some Fords can only take full synthetic oil. You’ll want to check your owner’s manual or reach out to us at Al Packer Ford Royal Palm Beach for further clarification!

Get Your Oil Changed at Al Packer Ford Royal Palm Beach

Routine oil changes are an essential aspect of Ford ownership. That’s why we encourage you to visit our Royal Palm Beach Auto Bay to get the oil service you need at a cost that won’t break the bank. Our cost-effective service specials will almost certainly save you a pretty penny!