Synthetic Oil vs. Conventional Oil

At the Titan Automotive service centre, we want to provide all our customers from Regina to Moose Jaw with a wide range of automotive expertise. For those wondering about comparing synthetic vs. conventional oil or full synthetic oil vs. synthetic blend, this is the guide for you! Learn more about synthetic oil vs. regular oil with Titan Automotive below.

What is Conventional (Regular) Oil?

As we dive into synthetic oil vs. regular oil, let’s explore how each functions. Also known as ‘regular’ oil, conventional oil is a petroleum-based substance that’s used in your internal combustion engines for many years to provide lubrication to internal parts and reduce potential engine wear. Motor oil is distilled from crude oil mined from the Earth, and can protect your engine from high temperatures. 

What is Synthetic Oil?

Synthetic oil is a petroleum-based product, much like regular oil, but it provides enhanced lubrication and is more stable. Synthetic oils oxidize less easily than conventional oils and are better at retaining their protective properties. They have been developed from petrochemicals in intense processes to provide more pinpointed properties, making them superior, and more expensive, than conventional oils. Synthetic oils also: 

• Offer enhanced engine cleaning properties
• Are less viscous at lower temperatures
• Better protect critical turbocharger parts (when properly equipped)

How Does Full Synthetic Oil vs. Synthetic Blend Differ?

Beyond comparing synthetic vs. conventional oil, there are also synthetic blends. As you might expect, these are made up of part synthetic oil and part conventional oil, not only reducing your costs but providing enhanced properties vs. conventional oil.

Note: Some vehicles will require full synthetic oil and that can include one of the reliable pre-owned vehicles at Titan Automotive. Be sure to ask our staff any questions about what kind of oil your car will need for your Saskatoon travels.

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Now that you know how synthetic vs. conventional oil compares, Titan Automotive is the right Regina dealership for all your service needs. Beyond discussing full synthetic oil vs. synthetic blend, we also have an expanding service and parts tips section discussing a wide variety of automotive topics. Don’t forget to also check out our service specials and see how much you can save on your next visit. Get your car serviced near Regina with Titan Automotive!.