2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 373 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Focus | Outlook |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |