2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 28 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Outlook | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
