2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 2005 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForFour 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 202 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForFour. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart ForFour has manual transmission. 2005 Smart ForFour 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.
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2007 Saturn Outlook | 2005 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Saturn | Smart |
Model | Outlook | ForFour |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 47 L |