2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Saturn | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outlook | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
