1998 Nissan President vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 11 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (277 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Nissan President. (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan President.
Because 1998 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan President | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | President | Outlook |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 253 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |