2002 Acura CL vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL 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 51 more horse power than 2002 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Acura | Saturn |
Model | CL | Outlook |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |