2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 681 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
| Model | Outlook | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
