2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 2 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 498 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Outlook | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Saturn | Acura |
Model | Outlook | RDX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |