1998 Honda Passport vs. 2006 Volvo V50
To start off, 2006 Volvo V50 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 56 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V50. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V50.
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, 2006 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 has manual transmission. 2006 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Passport | V50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| 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 | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
