2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 2005 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Soarer. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Toyota Soarer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Soarer. 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Outlook | 2005 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Outlook | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
