2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Saturn Outlook were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (270 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW X5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (373 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | X5 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3564 cc |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
