2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis 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 (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Avensis. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Outlook | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Outlook | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2640 mm |
