1998 Honda Passport vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 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, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Passport.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Passport | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 207 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
