2009 Ford Galaxy vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2009 Ford Galaxy 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 87 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 39 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Galaxy. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.
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2009 Ford Galaxy | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Galaxy | Outlook |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1779 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |