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 (277 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 2009 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 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, 2009 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
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 | 1983 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
