2006 Ford Escape vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escape | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
