2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
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2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Santa Fe | Outlook |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |