2010 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Colorado and 2010 Saturn Outlook were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 2010 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Colorado | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Colorado | Outlook |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |