2012 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta 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 (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 589 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Saturn Outlook has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Fiesta 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Fiesta | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
