2008 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | Commander | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
