2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Outlook would be higher. 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 150 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Insignia. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia. 2009 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2010 Opel Insignia has manual transmission. 2010 Opel Insignia 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.
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2009 Saturn Outlook | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Saturn | Opel |
Model | Outlook | Insignia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2737 mm |