1998 Honda Passport vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 12 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, 2010 Audi A5 (211 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Honda Passport. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Passport.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Passport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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, 2010 Audi A5 (349 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Honda | Audi |
| Model | Passport | A5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
