Why is SL engine oil more expensive than SN engine oil?
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SL engine oil is two grades higher than SN engine oil. Here is relevant information about engine oil: 1. Definition: Engine oil, also known as engine lubricant (English name: Engine-oil), has a density of approximately 0.91kg×10 cubic meters. It serves multiple functions for the engine, including lubrication and friction reduction, auxiliary cooling, sealing and leak prevention, rust and corrosion protection, as well as shock absorption. It is often referred to as the "blood" of a car. Engine oil consists of two main components: base oil and additives. 2. Characteristics: The engine is the heart of a car, containing many metal surfaces that move against each other under friction. These components operate at high speeds, in harsh environments, and can reach temperatures between 400°C and 600°C. Advanced technology can convert natural gas into crystal-clear fully synthetic base oil, which is then enhanced with unique power cleaning technology to create lubricants with superior cleaning and protective performance. Under such extreme conditions, only qualified lubricants can reduce engine component wear and extend service life. Engine oils on the market can be broadly categorized into mineral oils and synthetic oils based on their base oil (vegetable oils are not considered due to their scarcity). Synthetic oils are further divided into fully synthetic and semi-synthetic. Lubricant base oils mainly fall into two categories: mineral base oils and synthetic base oils. Mineral base oils are widely used and account for a large proportion (about 95% or more), but some applications require products formulated with synthetic base oils.