2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 240 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Saab | Saturn |
| Model | 05-Sep | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
