2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 2008 Saturn Aura

To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Outlook 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 112 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura.

Because 2007 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Saturn Outlook 2008 Saturn Aura
Make Saturn Saturn
Model Outlook Aura
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 61 L


 

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