ow40 vs 5w40 porsche macan turbo: Whats the best oil for engine performance?

Alright, guys, let’s dive into my little experiment with my Porsche Macan Turbo. So, I’ve been digging around trying to figure out what kind of oil is best for this beast. Specifically, I was looking at the whole 0W40 versus 5W40 thing. It’s a bit of a head-scratcher, you know?

First off, I started by hitting up the forums and all those car websites. I mean, who doesn’t, right? Turns out, there’s a whole lot of opinions out there. Some folks swear by 0W40, saying it’s the bee’s knees for cold starts, especially if you’re living in some freezing-cold place. Others are all about 5W40, saying it’s a solid choice for regular weather and it holds up better over time.

So, what did I do? I went straight to the source – the car manual. Yep, the good old book that comes with the car. Turns out, Porsche recommends Mobil 1, and they’re pretty clear about using 0W40. But here’s the kicker – I live in a place where it rarely gets super cold. So, I thought, why not see what happens if I try 5W40?

I got my hands on some 5W40, the good stuff, of course. I did the whole oil change thing, which, let me tell you, is always a bit of a mess. But hey, that’s part of the fun, right?

Here’s what I noticed:

• Cold Starts: Honestly, didn’t feel much of a difference. The car started up just fine, no weird noises or anything.
• Performance: Now, this is where it gets interesting. I swear, the car felt a bit more… responsive, especially when it was already warmed up and I was pushing it a little. I do a lot of city driving, stop-and-go kind of stuff, and yeah, it felt smoother.
• Hot Weather: We had a couple of really hot days, and the car handled it like a champ. No overheating, no performance drops, nothing.

My Takeaway

So, after all this, here’s my two cents. If you’re in a place where it gets down to like, Arctic temperatures, 0W40 is probably your best bet. But for me, with my Macan Turbo and the kind of weather I deal with, 5W40 seems to be doing a great job. Plus, from what I’ve read, it might even be a bit more stable in the long run.

But, and this is a big but, always check your car’s manual. Your car might have different needs, and the manufacturer usually knows what they’re talking about. I’m just some guy who likes to tinker with his car, so take what I say with a grain of salt.

And that’s it, folks! My little adventure with engine oil. Hope this was helpful, or at least entertaining. Let me know what you think, or if you’ve had any similar experiences. Catch you in the next one!