2012 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saturn Outlook would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (277 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Audi A8. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A8.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1990 mm |
