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HUMMER H3 SUV vs. Saturn OUTLOOK Review

How the HUMMER H3 SUV stacks up against the Saturn OUTLOOK - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2009 HUMMER H3 SUV
Price Range: $33,390 - $43,130
2009 Saturn OUTLOOK
Price Range: $30,625 - $36,450
HUMMER H3 SUV vs. Saturn OUTLOOK Review

Utility
The Saturn Outlook's more sizeable trunk will accommodate more massive items than the HUMMER H3. Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Saturn over the HUMMER H3. The Saturn Outlook is a better choice than the HUMMER regarding transporting cargo, especially if you frequently need to carry a lot of loot or massive beasts.

Dimensions
The Saturn Outlook is somewhat more ponderous than the HUMMER H3. The Outlook's tank is approximately the same size as the HUMMER H3's, though the HUMMER H3's is slightly bigger. The H3 rides lower than the Outlook, which is a good thing for its center of gravity and ease of access. The HUMMER and the Saturn Outlook compete for the same parking spaces.

Convenience
You'll definitely have to take the HUMMER H3 for a fill-up more often than the Saturn Outlook because of its tank size and gas mileage.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The HUMMER H3 is significantly cheaper to get to the dealership than the Saturn Outlook. The HUMMER H3 will tax your gasoline budget substantially more than the Saturn Outlook will. The Outlook will save you money at the pump compared to the H3. As far as MSRP, the HUMMER H3 doesn't cost much less than the Saturn Outlook. The Saturn Outlook will save you a bunch of money at the pump every year compared to the HUMMER H3.

Handling
The HUMMER H3 and the Saturn Outlook have roughly comparable tires. With its tighter turning radius, the HUMMER is definitely sprier than the Saturn Outlook, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the other hand, keep in mind that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Outlook's engine is a tad smaller than the HUMMER's, but not terribly so.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the HUMMER offers a bit more head room than the Saturn Outlook, there frankly isn't much of a difference. While the rear of the Outlook offers a bit more head- and leg-room than the H3, there honestly isn't much of a difference.

Overview
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Saturn Outlook isn't quite as generous as the H3's. With respect to warranty against corrosion, the HUMMER H3 and the Saturn Outlook have the same coverage.

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