1998 Honda Passport vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 7 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Patrol (334 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Passport | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
