2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2007 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Aura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Aura would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Aura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Aura. (252 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Aura.
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, 2007 Saturn Aura (340 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Aura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2007 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | Outlook | Aura |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2860 mm |
