2009 Ford Escape vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (277 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Ford Escape. (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Escape.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Escape | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
