2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Outlook. (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Outlook.
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, both vehicles can yield 336 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Outlook | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Saturn | Hyundai |
| Model | Outlook | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
