2007 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TSX 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 71 more horse power than 2007 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura TSX.
Because 2008 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Acura TSX. 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 @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | TSX | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
