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Mar 19, 2018 - 09:03 PM
Hi there
Wow, that was a lot of research, checking all the specifications of the different manufacturers...
The most important standard is the API rating, and seeing as they all conform to the SN/CF rating, these oils all have more or less the same properties (very good properties too, it must be said). The difference will come in their additive packs, where each manufacturer uses their specific blend of enhancements.
As for the price difference, it could probably not really be justified, seeing as the base oils are similar and they all meet the same specifications. We've also found that oil prices vary quite dramatically depending on the retailer, so it might be worth shopping around a bit.
Hope this helps
The AskAutoTrader Team
Wow, that was a lot of research, checking all the specifications of the different manufacturers...
The most important standard is the API rating, and seeing as they all conform to the SN/CF rating, these oils all have more or less the same properties (very good properties too, it must be said). The difference will come in their additive packs, where each manufacturer uses their specific blend of enhancements.
As for the price difference, it could probably not really be justified, seeing as the base oils are similar and they all meet the same specifications. We've also found that oil prices vary quite dramatically depending on the retailer, so it might be worth shopping around a bit.
Hope this helps
The AskAutoTrader Team
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