2008 Saturn Outlook vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 (373 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Outlook | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Saturn | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outlook | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
