1998 Honda Passport vs. 2001 Mitsubishi Magna

To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.

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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Magna.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Passport 2001 Mitsubishi Magna
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Passport Magna
Year Released 1998 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3201 cc 2350 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 141 HP
Torque 256 Nm 205 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm