2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot.
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 (373 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Pilot | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 83 L |
