1998 Honda Passport vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 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 78 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Passport | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 112 HP |
Torque | 256 Nm | 270 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 | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |