AMSOIL European vs Motul 8100 X-MAX vs Castrol Edge Professional – Our Unbiased Comparison -How do they COMPARE?
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| Technical Properties ASTM Tests | Amsoil European 0W-40 (EFO) | Motul 8100 X-MAX 0W-40 | Castrol EDGE Professional A3 0W-40 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Oil Group | 100% Synthetic – Full SAPS (Sulfated Ash, Phosphorous, Sulfur) | 100% Synthetic – Full SAPS (Sulfated Ash, Phosphorous, Sulfur) | Full Synthetic |
| Ability To Prevent LSPI | 100% Protection Against Low Speed Pre-ignition | NOT LISTED by Motul | NOT LISTED by Castrol |
| Total Base Number (TBN) ASTM D2896 (mg KOH/g) NOTE: The HIGHER THE NUMBER THE BETTER | 10.1 | 10.1 | NOT LISTED by Castrol |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 100°C, cSt (ASTM D445) (mm2/s) | 13.3 | 13.5 | 13.2 |
| Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C, cSt (ASTM D445) (mm2/s) | 74.7 | 76.2 | 74 |
| Viscosity Index (ASTM D2270) | 182 | 184 | 181 |
| CCS Viscosity cP (Cold Crank Simulator) (ASTM D5293) (@-30°C/ -22°F) | 5888 (-35°C/ -31°F) | NOT LISTED by Motul | 5600 (-35°C/ -31°F) |
| Pour Point °C (°F) (ASTM D97) NOTE: STAYS FLUID AT LISTED TEMPERATURE | -51°C (-59.8°F) | -45.0°C / -49.0°F | -57°C / -70°F |
| Flash Point °C (°F) (ASTM D92) | 232°C / 449.6°F | 228.0°C / 442.0°F | NOT LISTED by Castrol |
| Fire Point °C (°F) (ASTM D92) | 240°C / 464 °F | NOT LISTED by Motul | NOT LISTED by Castrol |
| Noack Volatility, % weight loss (ASTM D5800) NOTE: Industry Limit Is 15%. The LOWER THE NUMBER THE BETTER | 9.9% | NOT LISTED by Motul | NOT LISTED by Castrol |
| High-Temperature/High-Shear Viscosity cP (ASTM D5481) NOTE: The HIGHER THE NUMBER THE BETTER | 3.7 | NOT LISTED by Motul | NOT LISTED by Castrol |
| Product Data Sheet / Technical Information Website Link | https://amsoilcontent.com/ams/lit/databulletins/g3395.pdf | https://amsoilcontent.com/ams/lit/databulletins/g3395.pdf | https://msdspds.castrol.com/bpglis/FusionPDS.nsf/Files/1C2A4335DE3995148025842B00419BCE/$File/bpxe-bdqmwm.pdf |
| ACEA Standards | ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 | ACEA A3 / B4 | ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 |
| Applications and APPROVALS | API SN, SM…; ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4; BMW LL-01; MB 229.1, 229.3, 229.5; Porsche A40; Renault 0700, 0710; VW 502.00, 505.00 | ACEA A3 / B4 API SERVICE SN FORD WSS-M2C937-A MERCEDES-BENZ MB-Approval 229.5 PORSCHE A40 VW 502 00 505 00 | ACEA A3/B3, A3/B4 API SN/CF Meets – Ford WSS-M2C937-A MB-Approval 229.3/ 229.5 Porsche A40 VW 502 00 / 505 00 |
| Service Life | Recommended for the extended drain intervals established by the vehicle manufacturer. Change oil filter at the time of oil change. | Drain interval: refer to manufacturers’ recommendations and tune to your own use. | Please refer to the specifications section and your owners handbook. |