2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2010 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2010 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Outlook would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura ZDX weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2010 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Saturn | Acura |
| Model | Outlook | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
