2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 Saturn Outlook (373 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Kia | Saturn |
Model | Sorento | Outlook |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |