different oil grades…

5W oil is thin oil and circulates quickly. It is used for lower temperatures.
5W-20 oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from -20°F to 0°F.
5W-30 oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from -20°F to 60°F.

10W oil is thicker than 5W and is suitable for most temperatures.
10W oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from 0°F to 60°F.
10W-30 oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from 0°F to 100°F.
10W-40 oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from 0°F to 100°F.

20W-20 oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from 20°F to 100°F.
20W-40 oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from 20°F to 100°F.
20W-50 oil is used for outside temperatures ranging from 20°F to 100°F.

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