2009 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2007 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Outlook would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (271 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Tucson | 2007 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Tucson | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
