Mobil 1 VS Mobil Super
06-25-2014, 05:40 PM
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It has to do with the additive packages they add to their oils.....from what I read we are to stick with the Mobil 1 line as it is better for our cars than the Super Synthetic....
06-25-2014, 06:29 PM
#3
Drifting
Educated guess is two differences. First, Mobil 1 would have a more robust additive package as guessed by Huskerman. Second, Mobil 1 would have a mix of group 3 and 4 base oils, while Mobil Super Synthetic is probably all the very slightly lower quality group 3 synthetics. Overall effect is that Mobil 1 should perform slightly better. However, Mobil Super Synthetic is Dexos certified and should be better than the GM-label Dexos oil, which apparently has some of the considerably lower quality group 2 base oil. So the choice gets back to your philosophy. If your mind set is get the best, you’d probably choose Mobil 1 over Mobil Super Synthetic. If your mind set is to go with what’s good enough, then you’d probably choose Mobil Super Synthetic over Mobil 1.
06-26-2014, 11:14 AM
#4
Melting Slicks
The answer from Mobil 1 themselves.
http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/...uper_FAQs.aspx
http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/...uper_FAQs.aspx
What’s the difference between Mobil 1™ and Mobil Super™ Synthetic motor oils?
Mobil 1 is part of our ultimate line of advanced full synthetic oils. It uses the latest in additive and base oil technologies that provide superior protection, and outperforms Mobil Super Synthetic. It meets both GM’s stringent dexos1™* and Europe’s ACEA performance standards. More car builders recommend Mobil 1 by name than any other motor oil brand in the world. More NASCAR® drivers use Mobil 1 than any other motor oil brands. Mobil 1 synthetic oil has provided exceptional performance throughout its nearly 40-year history and stands alone as The World’s Leading Synthetic Motor Oil Brand.
Our Product Comparison Chart shows how these oils differ.
Mobil 1 is part of our ultimate line of advanced full synthetic oils. It uses the latest in additive and base oil technologies that provide superior protection, and outperforms Mobil Super Synthetic. It meets both GM’s stringent dexos1™* and Europe’s ACEA performance standards. More car builders recommend Mobil 1 by name than any other motor oil brand in the world. More NASCAR® drivers use Mobil 1 than any other motor oil brands. Mobil 1 synthetic oil has provided exceptional performance throughout its nearly 40-year history and stands alone as The World’s Leading Synthetic Motor Oil Brand.
Our Product Comparison Chart shows how these oils differ.
06-26-2014, 02:34 PM
#5
Safety Car
Thread Starter
The answer from Mobil 1 themselves.
http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/...uper_FAQs.aspx
http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/...uper_FAQs.aspx
06-26-2014, 04:01 PM
#6
Melting Slicks
06-26-2014, 05:53 PM
#7
Safety Car
Thread Starter
Well, that analogy is slightly flawed. Asking the Coca-Cola company what is the best soda will undoubtable be answered “Coke”. But asking them the difference between Diet Coke and Coke Zero would reveal a different and hopefully, more robust answer. Reading what was provided by Mobil 1, it seems the Mobil 1 line offers overall better protection than their Mobil Super Synthetic line. According to the specs, both 5w30 versions are dexos1 approved and if sticking with the strict words of the manual, both should work fine in the Corvette. Price may also be a factor for some people with Mobil 1 costing about 50 cents a quart more. With my 2013 GS needing 10.5 quarts that makes my oil change $5.25 more. But seeing that I only get 1 oil change a year, I think I can afford it.