1998 Honda Passport vs. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Honda Passport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,378 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser. (176 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser (303 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Passport | 1997 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Passport | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 176 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 303 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |