1996 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2000 Honda Passport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (134 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (184 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord. 2000 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 2000 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Passport |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
