2010 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, both 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2010 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. 2010 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2010 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2010 Pontiac Vibe 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 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
Model | Vibe | Outlook |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 83 L |