1998 Nissan President vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Outlook. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | President | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3030 mm |
