2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 (271 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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 (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Outlook | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
