2008 Nissan Versa vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Versa 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 670 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2008 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Versa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Versa. 2008 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Versa | Outlook |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |