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Ford Explorer vs Saturn Outlook

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 Ford Explorer

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2009 Saturn Outlook

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Overview

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ASaturn OutlookXE
Selected trimActive 100AXE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission10-speed automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272009

Pricing & market

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ASaturn OutlookXE
MSRP$38,465$30,625 (best)
Lowest listing price$10,302 (best)—
Median listing price$45,275 (best)—
Highest listing price$64,810 (best)—
For sale now637 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ASaturn OutlookXE
Combined MPG24 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG20 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)24 MPG
Fuel tank17.9 gal22 gal (best)

Performance

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ASaturn OutlookXE
Horsepower300 hp (best)281 hp
Torque310 lb-ft (best)266 lb-ft
Engine size2.3 L3.6 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ASaturn OutlookXE
Seating6 seats8 seats (best)
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume85.8 cu ft115.9 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,300 lbs (best)5,200 lbs
Payload—1,709 lbs (best)
Curb weight—4,702 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in (best)7.4 in
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)118.9 in
Length198.8 in200.7 in (best)
Width78.9 in (best)78.2 in
Height69.9 in69.9 in

Safety & recalls

SpecFord ExplorerActive 100ASaturn OutlookXE
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)7

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimFord ExplorerSaturn Outlook
1

Active 100A

$38,465 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XE

$30,625 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Active 100A

$40,465 MSRP

XE

$32,625 MSRP

3

Active 200A

$40,400 MSRP

XR

$34,450 MSRP

4

Active 200A

$42,400 MSRP

XR

$36,450 MSRP

5

ST-Line

$44,200 MSRP

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6

ST-Line

$46,200 MSRP

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7

Tremor

$49,200 MSRP

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8

Tremor

$56,460 MSRP

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9

Platinum

$50,660 MSRP

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10

Platinum

$52,660 MSRP

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11

ST

$53,660 MSRP

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12

ST

$55,660 MSRP

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Live inventory

Ford Explorer vs Saturn Outlook FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Saturn Outlook?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Explorer vs 2009 Saturn Outlook on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Saturn Outlook?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Saturn Outlook starts lower at $30,625. Live Ford Explorer listings start at $10,302.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Saturn Outlook?
The 2009 Saturn Outlook leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,625).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Saturn Outlook?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Saturn Outlook?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better seats: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Saturn Outlook?
The 2009 Saturn Outlook leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Explorer or 2009 Saturn Outlook?
The 2027 Ford Explorer leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,600).