Comparison: (Macbook Pro vs. Macbook) ding ding!!

My friend suggested that I upgrade to a Macbook Pro running at least an i5 or i7 due to my needs.  I have been offered a Macbook with 2GB of DDR2 SDRAM, and a 160 GB 5400-rpm hard drive for a very reasonable price.  Before I make any purchases, I am curious as to what the major differences between these two devices are.  I am also wondering if there would be any way for me to install add- ons, or upgrade the used Macbook so that it would run similarly to the Macbook Pro?  Unfortunately, I have't used a MAC in a while, and my mind has been clogged with the overwhelming redundancies of Microsoft for far too long.  I am learning this all over again and ANY advice, assistance, or humor will be greatly appreciated! 

The most important difference is Apple no longer makes MacBooks. They went obsolete in 2010. Avoid them. Secondly, they do not have i5 or i7 processors. Stick to your friend's suggestion. The first MBP model to have an i5 or i7 CPU was the 15" Mid-2010 model.
Macs have limited upgrades by the user. You can replace the HDD and you can add more RAM. You cannot upgrade a MacBook to be a MBP.

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