2008 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 208 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-150 | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | F-150 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 83 L |
