2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (270 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 713 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
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2009 Ford Expedition | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Expedition | Outlook |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 83 L |