2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (277 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Outlook.

Because 2009 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 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (499 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2009 Saturn Outlook
Make Chevrolet Saturn
Model Express Outlook
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 319 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 499 Nm 253 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 12 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1990 mm


 

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