2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 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 106 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 3 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Outlook | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
Model | Outlook | Equinox |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |