1998 Honda Passport vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 1998 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 1998 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. (229 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Passport | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Passport | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
