1999 Nissan Serena vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (288 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Serena. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 48 kg more than 1999 Nissan Serena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (366 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Serena | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Serena | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 288 HP |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
