2009 Audi A3 vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2009 Audi A3 and 2009 Saturn Outlook were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A3 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
