Act as a senior software engineer with 10+ years of experience in object-oriented programming (OOP). Explain the key differences between composition and inheritance, providing clear examples in [LANGUAGE]. Highlight when to use each approach, their pros and cons, and how they affect code maintainability and flexibility. Use [REAL-WORLD SCENARIO] to illustrate your points, and include a comparison table for quick reference. Tailor the explanation for [AUDIENCE LEVEL], ensuring it’s accessible yet technically rigorous.