2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Croma. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 795 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Croma | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
