1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (271 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | F-250 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3030 mm |
