2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Saturn Outlook is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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 (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Outlook | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Outlook | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |