2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Dodge | Saturn |
| Model | Caliber | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
