2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 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 171 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Outlook | Golf |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
