2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2009 Lotus Elise 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 (277 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2009 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 2009 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Elise | 2009 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Lotus | Saturn |
| Model | Elise | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1990 mm |
