1998 Honda Passport vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 14 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici 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, 2012 Fiat Sedici 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici. 1998 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Sedici 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 | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Passport | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
