are the Polarity of these two compounds similar: Cholesteryl acetate vs cholest-methyl ester?

Dear all:

     I have question on the polarity of esters: Cholesteryl acetate vs
cholest-methyl ester (at Carbon 3). Are the polarity of these two
compounds equivalent to each other or pretty similar?
     If yes, how do I synthesize cholesteryl acetate from cholesterol,
which we have plenty?

        Thanks in advance for any hints!


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