2001 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Am | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
