1998 Honda Passport vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (233 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Passport.
Because 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer. (253 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Passport | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 233 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
