2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. 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 20 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue.
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 (373 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Outlook | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
