2009 Saturn Sky vs. 2009 Saturn Outlook

To start off, both 2009 Saturn Sky and 2009 Saturn Outlook were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 28 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 396 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (353 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky. 2009 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2009 Saturn Sky has manual transmission. 2009 Saturn Sky 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Saturn Sky 2009 Saturn Outlook
Make Saturn Saturn
Model Sky Outlook
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.4:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1344 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 83 L


 

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